Abstract
April Stopczynski, MDA Manager of Access and Prevention, sheds light on the Michigan Donated Dental Services (DDS) program, elucidating its impact on individuals through poignant patient narratives and dentist testimonials. The article illustrates how DDS bridges the gap in dental care for the elderly, disabled, and financially compromised individuals in Michigan. The program not only restores smiles but also transforms lives by providing much-needed dental treatment through volunteer dentists and labs. This article presents the value of DDS for patients, providers, dental team members and the greater community. Information is provided on how to participate in this transformative program.
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Stopczynski, April
(2024)
"The MDA’s Michigan Donated Dental Services (DDS) Program: How to Serve the Elderly and Disabled in Your Community and Build Your Team (Without Leaving Your Office!),"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 106:
No.
4, Article 6.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol106/iss4/6
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