California has the highest number of dental provider shortage areas in the U.S., according to data from the Health Resources and Services Administration.
Here are the top five states with the most and least dental shortage areas:
Most
California: 529
Missouri: 344
Texas: 320
Alaska: 318
Florida: 276
Least
Washington, D.C.: 12
Rhode Island: 13
Delaware: 13
Vermont: 15
New Hampshire: 23
To see the full list of states, click here.