Free Dental Work News for Weekend

Free dental sealant clinic

IU South Bend Dental Hygiene Clinic will be providing the community with a free dental sealant clinic for kids ages 6-14. The clinic will be held on Friday, March 26, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday March 27, 8 a.m. to noon and will take place in Riverside Hall, 1960 Northside Blvd.

“A dental sealant provides a protective barrier to the chewing surfaces of the molars and premolars, which are the teeth that are most often subjected to decay,” said Kathy Gipson, clinical lecturer in dental education at IUSB.

More: http://www.iusbpreface.com

Bellevue man gets free dental care to prepare him for kidney transplant surgery

Depending on your perspective, a visit to the dentist might be seen as a small annoyance. But if you happen to be a person preparing for a kidney transplant, the state of your oral health is vital to receiving a donated organ — and it might seem like a luxury beyond reach.

Dentist volunteers from the Seattle-King County Dental Society are piloting a program to help dialysis patients from Northwest Kidney Centers get free dental care.

More: http://www.pnwlocalnews.com

Benton Dental and Associates give free dental clinics

Benton Dental and Associates opened its doors to everyone this morning, allowing people who can’t afford to take care of their pearly whites regularly – the chance to get their teeth cleaned and filled and fixed up.

People were lined up at midnight last night, waiting in the rain all night long, hoping to get in this morning. If you missed today’s free dental clinic – no worries – just wait a few weeks. They offer free services once every month.

Source: http://www.todaysthv.com

Dental program set for Special Olympics

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Dentistry teams will perform free dental screenings and evaluations during the Special Olympics State Indoor Games on Saturday.

The teams are composed of faculty, students, residents and alumni volunteers from the school’s doctor of dental sur-gery, dental hygiene and general practice residency programs.

More: http://www.2theadvocate.com

Free Dental Clinic Offered In Middletown On Friday, Saturday

People who cannot afford to see a dentist can receive free dental care in Middletown Friday and Saturday.

But they should plan to arrive early. In past years, the Connecticut Mission of Mercy free dental clinics have drawn hundreds of people. The clinic, which has no eligibility or income restrictions, will take patients on a first come, first served basis.

Hundreds of volunteers are expected to offer a range of dental services. Due to volume, volunteers may not be able to treat every dental problem patients have.

More: http://www.courant.com

Dentists To Provide Unemployed Long Islanders With A Day Of Free Dental Care

The recent snowstorm that wreaked havoc on the Long Island area did not prevent dentists at Exceldent Dental, LLC’s newest office, Exceldent Dental of Brookhaven, from fulfilling their mission in going forward with their planned day of free dental services for unemployed Long Islanders.

Despite the terrible weather, more than 40 unemployed individuals trekked through the snow to take advantage of Exceldent Dental, LLC’s free services, which included x-rays, examinations, cleanings and oral cancer screenings.

More: http://www.newsli.com

Free Dental Care Coming To Durham This Friday & Saturday

The North Carolina Dental Society and Missions of Mercy are bringing free dental care to Durham this Friday and Saturday.There goal is to serve 500 (Adult) patients per day. Patients will be able to get (x-rays, cleaning, fillings and extractions).

Source: http://hiphopnc.com

Free dental appointments available for T.F. Co. kids

A $45,000 grant from the Twin Falls Health Initiatives Trust to the Regence Caring Foundation for Children will enable 129 low-income, uninsured kids to get free dental care for a year. They must be under 18, reside in Twin Falls County, and not qualify for government aid.

More: http://www.magicvalley.com

Free Healthy Family Fair this Saturday at Children’s Discovery Museum

The city of Rancho Mirage will sponsor a free Healthy Family Fair Day March 13 and giveaway gift bags to children. The day will include activities, games and family-friendly arts and crafts.

Children will also learn about nutrition and fitness in what leaders call “fun and unexpected ways.” The fair will also include free children’s dental screening, a healthy cooking class and cookbook, a martial arts demonstration, and a chance to make a vegetable planter.

More: http://www.mydesert.com