Watch Domestic Abuse Survivor React to Dentist Surprising Her With New Smile For Free
Kyleigha Scott had never had enough money to fix the front tooth that was damaged by her ex-boyfriend – until her dentist decided to do it for free.
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Dentists Buy-Back Halloween Candy from Kids, Give it to Troops Overseas
Days after Halloween children often have piles of treats remaining. That's why a Wisconsin dentist began a Halloween Candy Buyback program, offering $1 a pound for leftover sweets. And the program has gone national with 2,500 dentists searchable by zip code on a website.
Breakthrough Regenerates Enamel, May End Tooth Decay
Up until now, it has been impossible for enamel to regenerate on a patient's tooth – but this new study means that tooth decay may be a thing of the past.
Do You Know a Vet Who Needs a New Smile? Offices are Holding Free Dental Day For Veterans
Roughly 5,000 veterans across America are expected to receive free dental services, such as fillings, cleanings, and extractions on this day in June.
Smile! Thousands of Veterans Given Dental Care Free of Charge
Since most veterans don't have dental care, this organization's free "Day of Service" was pretty emotional for a lot of its patients.
5-Year-old Girl is Now Cancer-Free Thanks to a Routine Dental Checkup 18 Months Ago
If Hunter Rose had not gotten the early treatment that she needed for her stage four neuroblastoma, she may not have survived the aggressive cancer.
Girl's Dental Hygienist Notices Yellowish Eyes to Save Her Life
Imagine taking your little girl to the dentist for a routine cleaning and having it lead directly to a 9-hour major medical surgery the following Friday. The surgery saved 11-year-old Journee's life and it was due to the diligence of a dental hygienist who was concerned because the whites of the her eyes seemed yellow.
Hate Crime Victim Gets Free Dental Reconstruction
A victim of a hate crime who got nine of his teeth knocked out is receiving thousands of dollars in free dental work, along with his faith in mankind restored.
Dentists Given Hero Status for Decade of Pro Bono Work
Twice a year since 2002, local dentists donate free treatment to young folks through their Give Kids A Smile clinic. The organization said more than 8,900 dental professionals and lay volunteers donate time and talent through the clinic, and have provided 10,632 children with $4.6 million in free dental service.
Dentist Gives Full, New Smile to Man Who Helps the Homeless
A Texas man who drives a food ambulance around town to feed the homeless now has a reason to break out his smile, rather than hiding it.
New Plasma Technique Could Eliminate Dentist Drill
People who live in fear of the dentist's drill could be in for a more comfortable future - as new plasma technology arrives. "Drilling is a very uncomfortable and sometimes painful experience. The use of cold "plasma jets", in contrast, is a completely contact-free method that is highly effective," said Dr Stefan Rupf, who led the study.
100 Dentist Chairs Fill Gym on "Mission of Mercy"
A thousand people streamed into the University of Maryland's gymnasium yesterday where a "Mission of Mercy" began dispensing a million dollars worth of free dental care. 800 dentists and hygienists are volunteering their time during the two-day mobile dental clinic to serve uninsured adults.
Waiter Gets A Beyond-Generous Tip to Pay for Dental Surgery
A Wichita, Kansas diner that has been a hub for kindness and helpfulness changed the life of a smiley waiter who was in dire need of dental care.
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