Linda and James discuss how thousands of Humboldt County residents suffer from an astounding shortage of dental care providers and poor dental insurance coverage even as our society continues to judge people based on the condition of their teeth. The problem is especially true for low- and middle-income families, with Humboldt County offering only a small handful of clinics that accept California’s MediCal dental insurance. Our hosts also review efforts under way to address these issues and attract more dental professionals to Humboldt County.