- Army dentists warn that toothaches and oral infections — a “hidden” casualty load — can quickly sideline troops and clog evacuation systems in future conflicts.
- Most major war games omit dental emergencies while deployable dental capabilities are shrinking, leaving commanders with an incomplete readiness picture.
- Forward, mobile dental teams and lightweight kits can fix most problems in one or two visits, getting soldiers back to duty and reducing evacuations.
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