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Table 2 Characteristics of PACS Clinical Center Populations

From: Design of the Prevention of Adult Caries Study (PACS): A randomized clinical trial assessing the effect of a chlorhexidine dental coating for the prevention of adult caries

Study Center

Recr quota

Fluoride in water

Dental reimbursement

Est. caries prevalence versus US average

KP Portland

400

Partly

Pre-paid managed care

Same

Tufts

200

Yes

Majority uninsured

Same

Dental Service of MA, Southborough

200

Partly

Primarily prepaid fee-for-service

Same

Tuba City

200

Partly

Access to free care

Higher