You Could Be Eligible for Free Dental Work and Cleaning

Been a while since you took care of your teeth? Sign up for a no-charge screening.

“Free stuff” usually means a T-shirt, a coupon, or maybe a sandwich. But how about hundreds of dollars’ worth of free dental care?

That’s what UMKC dental and dental hygiene students are offering, starting with no-charge screenings to see whether patients qualify for further free care.

And what’s in it for the students? The work they do will be part of the testing they must pass to be certified as dentists or dental hygienists.

Fred Drummond, a fourth-year dental student, explained: “On Feb. 15, we are having a screening and taking X-rays to see if patients qualify for free dental care that we can use for our board exams. It is also a great way to take the first steps in becoming a patient at UMKC School of Dentistry. We are looking for individuals that need deep cleanings and may need small cavities filled.”

“This will help us graduate, but we also want to reach out and provide free treatment and dental screenings to community members who otherwise wouldn’t have dental treatment.” – Nuvia Lemus Diaz

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