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flag U.S. military dental readiness slightly improved since 2014, with fewer service members in poor dental health, though challenges remain.

flag U.S. military dental readiness has slightly improved since 2014, with the share of service members in the worst dental health category dropping from 8.3% to 6.3%, though those with the best health declined from 48.9% to 44.8%. flag The Defense Department credits progress to fluoridation, preventive care, and hygiene, though no single factor is solely responsible. flag While no troops are currently nondeployable due to dental issues, emergencies remain a leading cause of non-combat injuries—about 264 per 1,000 deployed personnel annually. flag Some installations avoid fluoridation due to natural fluoride levels, and officials warn removing it could increase long-term decay, despite minimal short-term impact. flag Access to care, diet, and individual habits also play key roles.

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