Dentists Granted Free Dental Services for Uninsured
July 24th, 2009
Cleveland medical professionals volunteer to run a free health clinic for the uninsured
While Congress and the President battle over healthcare reform, medical volunteers in Cleveland are taking action by offering a free health clinic to the uninsured and underinsured.
This weekend, hundreds of people are expected to receive medical, dental and vision services at no cost.
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Dental Hygienist Gives Free Care to Mothers-to-Be
There are free dental clinics throughout our area for the uninsured, and many provide service to kids during the school year.
But the need for adult dental care — particularly care for pregnant women — is huge in some counties. That’s why one Manitowoc County dental hygienist is taking matters into her own hands.
“I’m just going to start by taking a peek here,” Sara Beaupre tells a patient.
For about three weeks now, every Thursday, Beaupre comes to a Manitowoc County building and in a small office, using county equipment, she cleans the teeth of about six pregnant women for free.
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Dental surgery clinic now offered at Lynchburg’s free clinic
Tight financial times are putting a strain on our oral health. Doctors say important dental surgeries are becoming an afterthought as many try to save money. Lynchburg’s free clinic is helping out with its first ever dental surgery clinic.
Getting a root canal wasn’t an option for James Hignett. “I can’t afford to go to a regular dentist. The cost is too high,” said Hignett.
The procedure can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Hignett’s having the work done for just $10 at the Free Clinic of Central Virginia.
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Dental volunteers needed for free dental clinic
A free dental clinic is being offered for Kidney dialysis and transplant patients. Remote Area Volunteer Corps, the National Kidney Foundation Serving East Tennessee and University of Tennessee Transplant Office are collaborating to offer a free dental clinic for dialysis and transplant patients.
The free dental clinic is to be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, at the YMCA of East Tennessee at 616 Jessamine St.
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More than 1,000 Underinsured and Uninsured Individuals Receive Free Dental Services
More than 1,000 uninsured and underinsured individuals have received free dental care, valued at nearly $160,000, in the second quarter of this year, thanks to national dental insurer United Concordia Dental.
“These clinics are part of United Concordia Dental’s commitment to provide free preventive services to those who cannot afford dental care,” said Harlon L. Robinson, corporate vice president of human resources and administration and diversity chairman. “We plan to hold at least 50 clinics this year across the nation to help those in need.”
Volunteer dentists and hygienists provided free dental services, which ranged from cleanings and x-rays to fillings and fluoride treatments. Individuals who needed follow-up care were referred to local facilities for treatment.
“Thanks to this partnership, more than 100 children in need received quality dental care — free of charge. The earlier dental problems are detected, the more successful treatment is likely to be. We look forward to growing this relationship so we can continue to make our community a better place to live and work.”
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Ohio Guardsmen providing free medical care
More than 500 of Hawai’i’s medically underserved residents will receive free health care services, thanks to the Hawai’i and Ohio Air National Guards.
The Ohio personnel, from the 178th and 180th Medical Groups, arrived Saturday, began work Monday and will see patients who are underserved or uninsured until July 30.
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