This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of access to affordable dental care and its profound impact on an individual's life and chances of upward mobility. It highlights the story of Ryanne, a woman whose poverty-stricken upbringing and poor dental health hindered her ability to secure a stable job and pursue a better life. By sharing Ryanne's journey, the episode underscores the need to address socioeconomic inequalities and systemic barriers that perpetuate poverty and discrimination.
