 It's
hard to imagine
living with the pain
of an abscessed tooth for a month or more because you can't afford a
trip to the dentist. And even more unlikely to imagine how a trip to
the dentist might lead to someone's salvation. But when a dentist
eliminates dental pain, hope and confidence
return, creating an open door for the gospel message.
The clinic is funded by generous donations from individuals,
churches and companies, and through corporate and foundation grants;
however, the needs
are ongoing, so please consider becoming a regular donor to the
Mission and keep no-fee care coming for those who would otherwise go
without.
Since 2003, the Olympia
Union Gospel Mission No-Fee Dental Clinic has been staffed by volunteer dental
professionals. Now serving over 2,000 patients a year, the clinic provides emergency services to those
living 200% below the federal poverty level who have no dental
insurance or no alternate means to pay for care.
To make an appointment, call the
Dental Line at 360-943-6400.
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Volunteers & Needs
If you are a currently licensed dentist, hygienist, or dental assistant,
please call the clinic for more information - contact Linda Barrett
at (360) 943-6400.
Dentists can also help by supplying: Lidocaine, protection barriers
for chairs, sterilization bags, x-ray film and bibs, adult size
toothbrushes, Biotene mouthwash, take-home fluoride treatments, “Prevedent”,
small size ACT Fluoride, adult extraction instruments. The clinic is
also in need of educational and Christian videos for the clinic
waiting room.
To help with any of these needs, contact Linda Barrett at (360)
943-6400. |
