BIG RAPIDS, Mich. (May 31, 2014) — Mission of Mercy wraps up its final day of its two-day charitable free dental care event Saturday at Ferris State University’s Wink Arena, 210 Sports Drive.
The goal is to provide free dental care to uninsured/underprivileged adults and children, on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s a joint effort with Michigan Dental Association and the MDA Foundation. Some of the provided services are, based on priority, include cleanings, extractions, fillings and limited root canals and replacements (up to six teeth). Not all dental services are available.
Doors opened at 6 a.m. and dental hygienists, assistants along with community volunteers will treat patients will treat patients well into the late-afternoon.
For more information, check out www.smilemichigan.com/foundation
