This report assesses oral health and oral health care in the U.S. overall and suggests the role the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services can play in shaping better oral health. The Institute of Medicine committee focuses on dental caries and periodontal diseases as risk factors for systemic diseases, exploring new workforce models for emerging dental professions and integration with non-dental healthcare professions. Their recommendations also address oral health literacy, payment options, the need for more research, and progress measurement. No index is provided. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)