Storrs Free Dental Clinic To Serve About 1,200 Patients At E.O. Smith High School
Chris Dehnel
The two-day clinic in Storrs will offer free dental care on a first-come, first-served basis.
STORRS, CT — The Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach will host its 20th Connecticut Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic on Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, at E.O. Smith High School, 1235 Storrs Road in Storrs. The clinic will provide free dental care to underserved adults and children who cannot afford care.
Doors open each day at 7 a.m., and the clinic will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Organizers expect to provide care for about 1,200 patients over the two days. The event will include 80 dental stations staffed by 800 volunteers.
Available services will include exams, X-rays, cleanings, extractions, fillings, limited root canals on front teeth and premolars, and limited interim partial dentures and repairs. According to the announcement, transportation will be available for Windham and Tolland county residents through EastConn. Others needing transportation can check CTtransit bus schedules to Storrs.
“CTMOM is committed to improving the quality of life for all we treat through necessary dental care. Storrs Village in the Town of Mansfield, CT, is well poised to help us extend our mission to as many patients as possible,” said Dr. Laurence Levy, the chair of the Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach.
Robert Miller, the director of health for the Eastern Highlands Health District, said the district serves a diverse population across eastern Connecticut, including many rural and semi-rural communities where residents face barriers to affordable and timely healthcare.
“Challenges such as lack of insurance, limited provider availability, transportation constraints, and financial hardship continue to contribute to health inequities in our region. Programs like the CT Mission of Mercy play a critical role by providing high-quality, compassionate dental care to individuals in need,” Miller said.
“We are thrilled to bring the CTMOM Free Dental Clinic to eastern Connecticut again, providing essential dental care to those who need it most,” said Lisa Perry, the executive director of the Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach. “Access to dental care is vital to overall health, and with the generosity of our volunteers and partners, we can offer life-changing services to individuals and families in underserved communities. Our goal is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, receives the care they deserve.”
Perry also said individual and corporate donations are needed to support the clinic. More information about the clinic, supporters and updates is available at ctmom.org or by calling 1-800-688-9372. Donations can be made at cfdo.org or by calling 860-863-5940.