16th CT Mission of Mercy Free 2-Day Dental Clinic Set For Oct. 27, 28

NEW HAVEN, CT — The Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach hosts its 16th Connecticut Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, at Floyd Little Athletic Center, 480 Sherman Ave., in New Haven.

The mission provides dental services for underserved individuals who cannot afford the cost of care.

“CTMOM is committed to improving the quality of life for all that we serve through necessary dental care. The City of New Haven is well poised to help us extend our mission to as many patients as possible,” said Dr. Laurence Levy, Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach, Co-Chair.

The clinic is first-come, first-served and is expected to administer free dental care to about 1,400 patients during the two-days and will feature 80 dental stations staffed by 800 volunteers. The clinic provides a wide range of dental services including exams, x-rays, cleanings, extractions, fillings, root canals on front teeth, albeit limited, and interim partial dentures, also limited.

“CTMOM is proud to have held these clinics throughout the years in just about every corner of the state. Every year we draw patients from all over the state, treating those with the greatest need,” said Dr. William Nash, Co-Chair of the CFDO. “We take this opportunity to honor our Veterans, giving them preferred placement in the clinic and the consideration they deserve in thanks for their sacrifice in service to our country.”

The CTMOM Free Dental Clinic is also seeking volunteers; dental and medical professionals and community volunteers of all types are needed. To learn more about what type of help is needed and to register as a volunteer please visit www.ctmom.org. Registration is open until Oct. 3.

“These clinics cost a lot of money to put on. “We want to thank the generous donors who have stepped up for this and past clinics,” said Dr. Nash. “But every year, as costs rise, it gets more and more expensive to put on these clinics. We ask that any individuals or charitable organizations please consider supporting this most valuable event that helps people maintain their oral health”.

Individual and corporate donations are needed to finance the clinic. To contribute, please visit www.cfdo.org or call (860) 863-5940.

For more information on the clinic, visit our website www.ctmom.org or follow us on Facebook @CTMOMFreeDentalClinic for important clinic updates.