### Question
How does the law define dental diseases and conditions?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 201*, **dental diseases and conditions** is defined as:

> diseases and conditions affecting teeth and their supporting structures, and other related diseases of the mouth

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 201*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER I-ADMINISTRATION AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS**

