This Friday all four doctors, along with four dental assistants volunteered at the Give Kids a Smile event held at the A.T. Still University's School of Dentistry & Oral Health. This one of the highlights of our Spring as we joined forces with 7 other pediatric dentists, 14 general dentists and 75 student doctors to treat over 200 elementary school children. Care given included dental restorations, extractions, cleanings and oral hygiene instructions.
Research shows that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, affecting 50 percent of U.S. first graders. Nationally, more than one-half of children ages 6 to 8 have tooth decay, and one-third of it goes untreated.
East Valley dentists are committed to providing all children with dental care. This worthwhile and inspirational program is one way we live out this commitment.