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Mobile Dental Clinics: Bringing Smiles on Wheels
Minal Kshirsagar1, Arun Dodamani2, Sandeep Pimpale3
1Public Health Dentistry, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, IND.
Cureus
|June 11, 2025
Summary
Mobile dental clinics in India improve oral healthcare access for underserved populations by overcoming barriers. These mobile dental units (MDUs) provide essential services, increasing reach and engagement in remote communities.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Oral Health Services Research
Background:
- Access to oral healthcare in India is unevenly distributed, particularly affecting underserved rural and marginalized populations.
- Geographical, financial, and informational barriers limit dental care utilization in remote areas.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role and impact of mobile dental clinics in enhancing oral healthcare access for underserved populations in India.
- To assess how mobile dental services address disparities in dental care delivery between urban and rural regions.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review of existing literature and case studies on mobile dental units (MDUs) in India.
- Analysis of MDU operational models, services offered, and community outreach strategies.
Main Results:
- Mobile dental units effectively extend comprehensive oral healthcare, including diagnostics, preventive, and basic restorative procedures, to remote communities.
- MDUs demonstrate superior reach and community engagement compared to stationary dental clinics.
- Governmental and institutional support, including policy initiatives and partnerships, are crucial for MDU scalability and sustainability.
Conclusions:
- Mobile dentistry holds significant potential for improving oral health equity in India.
- Continued innovation, strategic planning, and technological integration are essential for sustainable and inclusive mobile dental services.
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