Bringing smiles to Texas children
Going to the dentist is an every 6-month event for many people, but some children never make it. Children without access to dental care suffer from tooth decay, gum disease, pain and missing permanent teeth, and uninsured children suffer even more, with twice as much tooth decay as their more affluent counterparts.
Care Vans teamed with several clinical dental partners to transport portable, free-standing dental equipment to provide free oral care – includes screenings, cleaning and sealants. Our goal is to help reduce oral health issues among Texas children while maintaining overall mouth health. Since 2008, more than 260,000 children have been provided oral health services at no cost to families, because we believe every child deserves a healthy smile!