Abstract
The MDA Foundation's Mission of Mercy (MOM) dental clinic in Flint provided free dental care to 659 patients over June 14-15, delivering 6,678 procedures valued at $1,156,285. The 120-chair clinic, set up by volunteers, saw patients from 35 Michigan counties and neighboring states. Patients, many of whom queued overnight, received an average of ten procedures each. Volunteers, including retired dentists, performed a wide range of services, from cleanings to complex surgeries. Translators were available to assist non-English speakers, and patients were informed about ongoing free or reduced-cost care options. The event, supported by local donations and community services, will continue in 2026 in Kalamazoo.
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Berquist, Anne
(2024)
"MDA Foundation Mission of Mercy: Transforming Lives, Relieving Pain,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 106:
No.
8, Article 8.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol106/iss8/8
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