“Throughout a person’s lifespan,
the relationship between oral
health, overall health and
well-being is based on prevention.”
OUR MISSION: The North Carolina Dental Society Foundation
promotes oral health to improve the quality of life for North Carolinians.
WHO WE ARE
The North Carolina Dental Society Foundation is committed to serving children and adults from underserved households through education, prevention and free-clinic settings. Through financial contributions to the Foundation and volunteerism, we work to improve oral health for North Carolinians.
WHO WE HELP
We help a variety of North Carolinians in need – including children, veterans and adults. Some have never been to a dentist. From prevention and education to treatment, we focus on those who are in dire need of help. More than 35% of children enter kindergarten with some tooth decay. Statewide, 21% of adults 65+ have lost all their teeth. The Foundation works to put smiles back on the faces of our neighbors.
HOW YOU CAN MAKE
A DIFFERENCE
Throughout the state, gifts to the North Carolina Dental Society Foundation from individuals, corporations, agencies and communities are transforming people’s lives. People once reluctant to smile or talk because they were embarrassed about their teeth are smiling again. Kids who couldn’t focus in school due to pain are healthier and learning.
Better oral health begins with a strong Foundation.
“Our Foundation identifies ways that our dental community can make a collective impact across our state. As a proud supporter of the Foundation, I’ve joined its monthly giving program, which makes donating easy and manageable, while helping those in need all year long.”
– DR. SHELLEY OLSON, GRANVILLE FAMILY DENTISTRY, OXFORD
“Our gifts to the Foundation make a lasting impression on North Carolinians who need us the most. Healthy smiles can start with our help.”
– DR. L’TANYA JOY BAILEY, BAILEY ORTHODONTICS, HIGH POINT
“Twenty-five years ago, I watched my mentors making financial and volunteer contributions to their profession. I believe in following their lead. I also believe in the character of the dental community in our state and know that the Foundation has the best interest of North Carolinians in its core mission.”
– DR. ROBERT STOWE, WINSTON SMILES DENTISTRY, WINSTON-SALEM
“Our Foundation identifies ways that our dental community can make collective impact across our state. As a proud supporter of the Foundation, I’ve joined its monthly giving program, which makes donating easy and manageable, while helping those in need all year long.”
– DR. SHELLEY OLSON, GRANVILLE FAMILY DENTISTRY, OXFORD
“Our gifts to the Foundation make a lasting impression on North Carolinians who need us the most. Healthy smiles can start with our help.”
– DR. L’TANYA JOY BAILEY, BAILEY ORTHODONTICS, HIGH POINT
“Twenty-five years ago, I watched my mentors making financial and volunteer contributions to their profession. I believe in following their lead. I also believe in the character of the dental community in our state and know that the Foundation has the best interest of North Carolinians in its core mission.”
– DR. ROBERT STOWE, WINSTON SMILES DENTISTRY, WINSTON-SALEM
With the generosity of our donors and
community partners, we can do more every day!
