ORAL HEALTH POLICY IN INDIA: Challenges, Strategies & Future Directions

The findings from this study illuminate critical areas for improvement within India’s oral health policy framework. By addressing the identified barriers and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, there is potential for significant advancements in oral health outcomes across the country. Future research should continue to explore these dynamics, ensuring that policies are not only well-informed but also effectively implemented. Future directions may include conducting longitudinal studies to track the impact of newly implemented oral health policies on community health metrics over time, as well as investigating successful models of oral health care delivery both within India and internationally¹⁷.