The Seattle/King County Clinic with Remote Area Medical held at Seattle Center’s KeyArena shows the tremendous need for dental care in our community. More than 1,700 patients received dental services at this four-day event. More than 400 dental professionals and students volunteered their time, including dentists, oral surgeons, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.
Hear from the patients themselves in these videos:
KING5 – new mom experiencing dental pain for more than a month
KOMO4 – woman willing to travel from Wenatchee and camp out overnight to get in line for dental services she otherwise couldn’t afford
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Cavities and oral disease can develop into more serious health problems and should be addressed promptly. Yet accessing preventive dental care and timely restorative care remains out of reach for far too many. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Cavities and oral disease can develop into more serious health problems and should be addressed promptly. Yet accessing preventive dental care and timely restorative care remains out of reach for far too many. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Summer schedules are winding down; don't forget to incorporate oral health care into your fall routine to avoid cavities and to stay healthy. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Summer schedules are winding down; don't forget to incorporate oral health care into your fall routine to avoid cavities and to stay healthy. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Today marked the first day of school for many young learners in Washington state. 🍎 Policies and investments that provide access to preventive health measures like community water fluoridation and timely restorative dental care help children stay healthy and ready to learn. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Today marks the first day of school for many young learners in Washington state. 🍎 Policies and investments that provide access to preventive health measures like community water fluoridation and timely restorative dental care help children stay healthy and ready to learn. #teethmatter