007-Oral Health Disparities in the API Community: The Impact of Parental Immigration Status on the Oral Health of their Children
Submission Type
Poster
Abstract
The Asian and Pacific Islander (API) population remains inadequately researched within the healthcare system despite its continuous and rapid growth in the United States, primarily driven by immigration. Concentrated heavily in various urban and rural areas, the API population is one of the country's largest and fastest-growing racial groups. This research explores oral health disparities among the API population in New York State through interviews with dental providers and individuals representing diverse API identities and backgrounds. It aims to investigate how immigration status and generational backgrounds influence the oral health outcomes of API children, recognizing the impact of parental and guardian supervision and influence on their children's oral health outcomes. The results of this research project underscore the need for increased initiatives and awareness of the oral health needs of the API population. Furthermore, they highlight the importance of research and representation within healthcare systems to effectively address disparities of the API population in New York State and the broader United States.
Recommended Citation
Lee, Alyssa, "007-Oral Health Disparities in the API Community: The Impact of Parental Immigration Status on the Oral Health of their Children" (2024). GREAT Day Posters. 2.
https://knightscholar.geneseo.edu/great-day-symposium/great-day-2024/posters-2024/2
007-Oral Health Disparities in the API Community: The Impact of Parental Immigration Status on the Oral Health of their Children
The Asian and Pacific Islander (API) population remains inadequately researched within the healthcare system despite its continuous and rapid growth in the United States, primarily driven by immigration. Concentrated heavily in various urban and rural areas, the API population is one of the country's largest and fastest-growing racial groups. This research explores oral health disparities among the API population in New York State through interviews with dental providers and individuals representing diverse API identities and backgrounds. It aims to investigate how immigration status and generational backgrounds influence the oral health outcomes of API children, recognizing the impact of parental and guardian supervision and influence on their children's oral health outcomes. The results of this research project underscore the need for increased initiatives and awareness of the oral health needs of the API population. Furthermore, they highlight the importance of research and representation within healthcare systems to effectively address disparities of the API population in New York State and the broader United States.