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MCC Daily Tribune

MCC Helps Shape the Future of Dental Health in Chautauqua County

Community leaders, healthcare professionals, educators, and students came together in Chautauqua County for an energizing conversation about the future of dental health and MCC stood out as a driving force behind real solutions!

The event, Building for Our Future: Strengthening the Dental Health System, focused on tackling urgent challenges like limited access to care, transportation barriers, and critical workforce shortages, especially in rural communities. Leaders emphasized that improving oral health requires more than awareness; it demands strong partnerships and a reliable pipeline of skilled professionals.

That’s where MCC is making a powerful impact.

Recognized with a Champion Award, MCC was celebrated for its commitment to preparing the next generation of dental hygienists and strengthening the local healthcare workforce. Students currently enrolled in MCC’s dental hygiene program attended the event, underscoring how the college is directly connecting education to community need.

Christine Woods
STEM & Health
05/04/2026