Healing the Children is a global non-profit organization that provides medical care to children in need, including dental care. They have 15 chapters around the world, and they have provided care to over 2 million children since their founding in 1976.

Healing the Children’s dental clinics provide a variety of services, including:

• Preventive care, such as cleanings and fluoride treatments
• Restorative care, such as fillings and crowns
• Extractions
• Orthodontics
• Oral surgery

Healing the Children’s dental clinics are staffed by volunteer dentists, hygienists, and other dental professionals. They work with local hospitals and clinics to provide care to children who would otherwise not have access to it.

In addition to providing direct care, Healing the Children also works to train local dental professionals and to establish sustainable dental programs in the communities it serves.

Here are some examples of Healing the Children’s dental work around the world:

• In 2019, Healing the Children Rocky Mountains provided dental care to over 1,200 children in Peru.
• In 2022, Healing the Children Northeast provided dental care to over 500 children in Honduras.
• Healing the Children also has ongoing dental programs in countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya, and Vietnam.

Healing the Children is a valuable resource for children in need of dental care. Their clinics provide high-quality care to children who would otherwise not have access to it. They also work to train local dental professionals and to establish sustainable dental programs in the communities they serve.