Dentists provide free dental care for low income people

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016

A dental initiative has allowed 850 low-income people to get free dental care this week.

The Smile New Zealand programme set up by the Dental Association and the Southern Cross Health Trust gives basic dental care for community card holders needing urgent attention.

Project manager Deepa Hughes said professional dental care was out of the reach of many who are struggling to meet their daily needs. Continue reading

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