Month: April 2019

Dentistry From The Heart

Shenandoah Family Dentistry Event – Winchester, VA – 4/12/19

WINCHESTER — When people struggle to pay for basic necessities, dental care becomes a luxury they cannot afford.

Shenandoah Family Dentistry in Winchester is giving those people something to smile about with a day of free cleanings, fillings and extractions.

The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday at the practice in suite 102 at 1705 Amherst St. It is being held in partnership with the national nonprofit organization Dentistry from the Heart.

 

“There are some offices that have been doing it for years, but this is our first time,” Shenandoah Family Dentistry Marketing Director Ashley Kittel said.

Patients will be allowed to choose one of three procedures — cleaning, filling or extraction — and the first 50 people who arrive are guaranteed to be seen.

“We’re hoping to exceed that [number during the eight-hour event],” Kittel said.

People seeking treatment must be 18 years old or older and agree to a brief health exam. There are no income or residency requirements.

Patients who need fillings or extractions will be treated by one of Shenandoah Family Dentistry’s two dentists — Jared Pell and Blaine Travis Bohrer — or oral surgeon James Pell, who is Jared Pell’s father and has volunteered his services for the day.

Shenandoah Family Dentistry has been in Winchester for 18 years and moved to its current location on Amherst Street five years ago to accommodate an increasing number of patients.

“We’ve been very blessed, very fortunate as a practice to continue to grow,” Jared Pell said. “We feel it is time to give back to the community.”

The office is planning a second dentistry event this fall in association with Smiles for Freedom, a nonprofit organization that arranges free dental services for veterans and members of the military.

“There are a lot of people out there who can’t afford dental care because it’s very expensive, so we want to offer these days to help them out,” Jared Pell said.

In the event a participant in this Friday’s Dentistry from the Heart event needs follow-up care, Jared Pell said, “We’re not going to leave anyone stranded. If they’re having discomfort from a procedure that’s done, we’ll be happy to get them in and take care of that, free of charge.”

Shenandoah Family Dentistry has been preparing for its first Dentistry from the Heart event for nearly a year, and Jared Pell said he’s grateful that it’s finally going to happen.

“We’re happy,” he said. “We’re excited.”

For more information, visit Shenandoah Family Dentistry at winchestersmiles.com and Dentistry from the Heart at dentistryfromtheheart.org.

Source: Winchesterstar.com

Taylor Dental

Taylor Dental – Pensacola, FL – 4/12/19

 

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — The annual Dentistry of The Heart is back for its second year, allowing people who can not afford dental care to take advantage of free services.

Taylor Dental is hosting the event, officials say they will serve everyone on a first come, first served basis.

Dr. Andrew Taylor says it’s hard for a lot of people in the community to afford dental care, so he closed his office to his normal patients for the day.

Nicole Pecararo lined up early this morning to get one of her teeth pulled.

“This tooth has been bad for a while and I’ve been waiting for awhile to get it done,” Pecararo said. “I’d still be in pain if it wasn’t for this.”

Dentristry of The Heart event goes from 7am to 2pm. Dr. Taylor says he would like to have the event again this time next year and serve even more people.

A list of upcoming Dentistry from the Heart event s can be found here.

Source: News WKRG5

Dentistry From The Heart

Family & Cosmetic Dental Care – Suwanee, GA – 5/4/2019

Has it been too long since your last teeth cleaning? Do you have an aching tooth and suspect a cavity? Avoiding the dentist when you have a tight budget or don’t have dental insurance is understandable, but this choice will ultimately cost you your oral health. Now you have an opportunity to get the dental care you need – attend Dentistry from the Heart (DFTH), the annual event offered by your Suwanee dentist that provides free dental work for a day.

Service with a Smile: Free Dental Work in Suwanee

Dr. Mitul Patel, Dr. Davis Smith, and the friendly staff at Family & Cosmetic Dental Care will host the fifth annual Dentistry from the Heart event in Suwanee on Saturday, May 4, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The first 50 patients – or as many patients as can be seen by 2 p.m. – will be offered a tooth-colored filling, teeth cleaning, or extraction.

Residents of Suwanee, Johns Creek, Duluth, Alpharetta, and the surrounding communities who are age 18 and older will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 50 patients are guaranteed to be seen. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Arrive early, dress appropriately, and be ready to revive your oral health.

Sometimes, all you need to get back on track is a little support. Dentistry from the Heart makes that possible by offering the following procedures:

  • Dental cleanings: Regular teeth cleanings include the removal of plaque and tartar, a careful brushing and flossing, an oral cancer screening, and a dental exam. Getting a cleaning at DFTH not only resets your oral health, it is a chance to get a diagnosis about what else may be happening with your teeth and gums.
  • Tooth-colored filling: The healthiest fillings you can have for your teeth are tooth-colored fillings. These natural-colored fillings blend with your tooth enamel. No one will ever know that you had a cavity. If you are experiencing tooth pain, now is the time to find out what’s going on.
  • Tooth extraction: Pulling a tooth is a multi-layered process that must be carefully done to ensure that the tooth roots are gone and the area is properly cleaned. A tooth extraction is often necessary after an accident, mouth trauma, or when a tooth is badly infected from an abscess or gum disease.

More About Dentistry from the Heart

Dentistry from the Heart is a national non-profit organization that was created to help uninsured or under-insured Americans get access to quality oral health care. Over 100 million Americans don’t have dental insurance, and nearly 30 percent of adults have untreated cavities. For those who don’t have the means to pay for dental care, DFTH offers a direct route to a healthy, pain-free smile.

Through DFTH, Dr. Patel and his staff have been able to help hundreds of people in need. If you don’t have the means to see a dentist, take advantage of this event. Visit Dr. Patel and his team at their Johns Creek dentistry practice in Suwanee on May 4, 2019. Our address is 2627 Peachtree Parkway, Ste. 440, Suwanee, GA, 30024. Contact us to learn more about Dentistry from the Heart: (770) 766-8100.

Get Free Dental Work at Your Suwanee Dentist on May 4, 2019

Has it been too long since your last teeth cleaning? Do you have an aching tooth and suspect a cavity? Avoiding the dentist when you have a tight budget or don’t have dental insurance is understandable, but this choice will ultimately cost you your oral health. Now you have an opportunity to get the dental care you need – attend Dentistry from the Heart (DFTH), the annual event offered by your Suwanee dentist that provides free dental work for a day.

Service with a Smile: Free Dental Work in Suwanee

Dr. Mitul Patel, Dr. Davis Smith, and the friendly staff at Family & Cosmetic Dental Care will host the fifth annual Dentistry from the Heart event in Suwanee on Saturday, May 4, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The first 50 patients – or as many patients as can be seen by 2 p.m. – will be offered a tooth-colored filling, teeth cleaning, or extraction.

Residents of Suwanee, Johns Creek, Duluth, Alpharetta, and the surrounding communities who are age 18 and older will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 50 patients are guaranteed to be seen. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Arrive early, dress appropriately, and be ready to revive your oral health.

Sometimes, all you need to get back on track is a little support. Dentistry from the Heart makes that possible by offering the following procedures:

  • Dental cleanings: Regular teeth cleanings include the removal of plaque and tartar, a careful brushing and flossing, an oral cancer screening, and a dental exam. Getting a cleaning at DFTH not only resets your oral health, it is a chance to get a diagnosis about what else may be happening with your teeth and gums.
  • Tooth-colored filling: The healthiest fillings you can have for your teeth are tooth-colored fillings. These natural-colored fillings blend with your tooth enamel. No one will ever know that you had a cavity. If you are experiencing tooth pain, now is the time to find out what’s going on.
  • Tooth extraction: Pulling a tooth is a multi-layered process that must be carefully done to ensure that the tooth roots are gone and the area is properly cleaned. A tooth extraction is often necessary after an accident, mouth trauma, or when a tooth is badly infected from an abscess or gum disease.

More About Dentistry from the Heart

Dentistry from the Heart is a national non-profit organization that was created to help uninsured or under-insured Americans get access to quality oral health care. Over 100 million Americans don’t have dental insurance, and nearly 30 percent of adults have untreated cavities. For those who don’t have the means to pay for dental care, DFTH offers a direct route to a healthy, pain-free smile.

Through DFTH, Dr. Patel and his staff have been able to help hundreds of people in need. If you don’t have the means to see a dentist, take advantage of this event. Visit Dr. Patel and his team at their Johns Creek dentistry practice in Suwanee on May 4, 2019. Our address is 2627 Peachtree Parkway, Ste. 440, Suwanee, GA, 30024. Contact us to learn more about Dentistry from the Heart: (770) 766-8100.

Dentistry From The Heart

Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry – Bolivia, NC – 5/3/2019

 
BOLIVIA, NC (WECT) – Free dental care will be made available to Brunswick County residents during Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry’s eight annual Dentistry from the Heart event in May.

According to a news release, residents can get a teeth cleaning, one filling or one tooth extraction free of charge on May 3 at the Coastal office at 3071 Southport-Supply Road in Bolivia. Patients of all ages will be accepted on a first come, first served basis from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. but anyone arriving after 3 p.m. may not be treated.

“We love this community,” Dr. Aaron Wilharm said in the release. “When I walk across our parking lot on the morning of the event and see so many people ready to help others, it warms my heart.”

Light snacks and beverages will be donated by local business.

Through this annual event, Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry has donated around $375,000 in free dental care to more than 1,500 Brunswick County residents.

“Our goal is for every patient treated at Dentistry from the Heart to feel special and welcomed,” Coastal Community Relations Director Jackie Pappas said. “Support from the business community helps us to provide the best possible experience for them.”

 
Source: WECT News 6
Dentistry From The Heart

Dental Excellence Dentistry – Napoleon, OH – 5/10/2019

Name: Dentistry From the Heart – Free Dentistry for Those in Need
Date: May 10, 2019
Time: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
Website: http://www.happy-dentistry.com
 
Event Description:
Are you or someone you know struggling to afford dental care? Join us for Dentistry From the Heart coming up Friday, May 10th! Our team is excited to sponsor its annual Dentistry From The Heart event, providing a free day of dental care for up to 100 Northwest Ohio residents! Registration will start at 7:45 a.m. on the morning of May 10th at our office, located at 875 Westmoreland Avenue in Napoleon, next to Napoleon Elementary School. Our team of dentists and volunteers will provide the first 100 patients to register by noon with a free extraction, filling OR cleaning. Please note, these will be the only services provided on this day and patients will be served on a first-come-first-served basis according to these services. Early registration is not available.
 
Dentistry From The Heart

Bellevue Family Dentistry offers free oral check-ups

BELLEVUE, Wis. (WBAY) — Dentistry from the Heart, a national non-profit organization, set up at Bellevue Family Dentistry on Saturday, to offer free dentistry services to those who my otherwise not be able to afford it.

“The last cleaning I was supposed to have was in December. I’m kind of delayed in getting that because I haven’t found a new dentist,” said Yvonne Truckey of De Pere. She’s shopping around for a new dentist after hers retired.

Dentists in the Green Bay area teamed up to offer free cleanings, tooth extractions and cavity fillings.

“I just got a cleaning done today. I haven’t had it done in years. It’s nice that the dentist is offering it for low income to get work done that they don’t normally do,” said Sarah Sarratt, of Townsend.

Organizers expect to help about 175 people. To keep people moving, patients first go into the triage trailer to find out what care they need.

“They take the X-Rays in there and they get them numb and the patient comes in here and we’re able to put them right in the chair and get the treatment done,” said Candace Rabis, event coordinator.

Dentists say taking care of your teeth is crucial to your overall health.

“We know that gum disease has been linked to a lot of other systemic diseases in the body. So, being able to help patients just get back into wellness with their mouth and their whole body is just really important,” said Rabis.

But a lot of times, needed procedures can get very expensive if paying out of pocket.

“We have local oral surgeons that are here doing extractions. Those can vary in price from $160 to $500 depending on the severity. Fillings can range anywhere from $200 to $500.”

This is the fourth year Bellevue Family Dentistry hosted the free event.

Source: Action News 6