NC Dental Society Foundation’s Missions of Mercy (MOM) Clinics
The Foundation facilitates free dental clinics for adults from underserved households. Clinics are staffed by volunteer dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, laboratory technicians, health professionals, and general community volunteers from the host city and across the state.
Volunteer registration will open approximately 100 days prior to each event. Stay up to date with announcements by continuing to check our website. Review the list of Patient Frequently Asked Questions. Call 919 234 4027 or email us with further questions.
Upcoming MOM Clinic Dates
November 3-4, 2023
First Baptist Church Activities Center
1939 Independence Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403
Patient parking is located only in Independence Mall. Bus transportation will be provided to the Church Activity Center.
Exciting News! A new clinic is being planned at Asheville, NC in 2024. The date will be announced soon. You can donate here.
NCDS Foundation Annual Golf Challenge
Dates: August 10-11, 2023
Location: Pinehurst Resort
Scroll to the bottom of the page for more information.
Help us raise up to $40,000 for our key programs!
Low-Cost Dental Care Opportunities
Wake Early College of Health and Sciences
Availability of services depends on the number of Dental Hygiene students in the program in a given semester, and clinic hours change according to student schedules. Treatment is by appointment only.
Medicaid Dental Providers
If you are currently enrolled in Medicaid, dental coverage is included. Search for dentists near you. Always call the dentist to confirm he or she is still accepting Medicaid.
Find Your Local Safety Net Dental Clinic
Be sure to ask these organizations if they know of other opportunities in your area. They will know this information before we do.
Local Start Dental
Restoring smiles and confidence for underserved neighbors while advancing the clinical skills of dental professionals.
Identify the location closest to you and contact that office directly to see how they can help.
UNC School of Dentistry
Requires you to fill out an online application in order to see if you qualify for treatment.
UNC’s Oral Health Program is accepting new patients. If you or someone you know is pregnant and hasn’t seen a dentist, inquire about the program via email or phone (919) 537-3997.
Free Dentistry Day is a day dedicated to providing access to free dentistry across the nation. Use the location lookup to find a clinic near you.
The Dental Lifeline Network is an organization that helps disabled individuals, the elderly, and medically fragile persons and have no other access to dental care. Applicants must not be able to afford dental care. Applicants must be permanently disabled, over the age of 65, or medically fragile. Accepting applications for military veterans and/or people who cannot receive essential medical treatment due to their dental condition, e.g., a kidney transplant. Applications are open only in select counties of North Carolina; the list can be found here.
Call 1-877-650-9001 for more information.
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS)
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program heals some of the most devastating effects of domestic and sexual violence by restoring the smiles of adult women and men who have suffered dental injuries from a former intimate partner/spouse, family member, or due to sexual assault. Call 1-800-773-4227 for more information.
Transportation:
North Carolina Baptist Men Dental Bus Ministry
Call 1-800-395-5102 ext. 5603 for more information.
East Carolina University Dental Community Service Learning Centers
Locations in Ahoskie, Bolivia, Elizabeth City, Lillington, Lumberton, Spruce Pine, Sylva, and Thomasville. The East Carolina School of Dental Medicine in Greenville also provides dental care.
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) focuses on the issues and needs of medically underserved people throughout the U.S.
Click the “Get Started” button to find a clinic near you.
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
FQHCs are federally funded health centers that serve medically underserved areas and populations. FQHCs provide primary care services regardless of your ability to pay.
Give Kids A Smile® (GKAS)
On the first Friday in February, as part of National Children’s Dental Health Month, thousands of dentists will take time from their practices to help underserved children get the oral health care they need.
Last year, our North Carolina dental community hosted nearly 100 events/clinics from the mountains to the coast. Can we count on you to host an event this year? Sign up today or contact Tiffany Handy with questions.
Annual Golf
Challenge
Join the dental community, legislators, and business leaders on August 10 – 11, 2023 for the annual NC Dental Society Foundation Golf Challenge at Pinehurst Resort.
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Thursday, August 107pm – 9pm, Welcome PartyCarolina Hotel Porch
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Friday, August 117:30am: Player Check-inPinehurst Resort Clubhouse
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Friday, August 118:30am: Shotgun StartCourse No. 5
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Friday, August 1112:30pm: Awards LunchPinehurst Resort Clubhouse
Event sponsorships are now open. We have many sponsorship levels ranging from a Hole Sponsor for $500 to Tournament Co-Sponsor for $5,000. The registration fee includes all golf fees, Pre-Tournament Reception Thursday evening, beverage & snack cart on Friday, all golf contests, a player’s gift bag and Friday lunch.
The NCDS Foundation has reserved a block of rooms at the Pinehurst Resort. Please call 1-855-235-8507 for a discounted rate. Online reservations are not available. For more information on Pinehurst Resorts visit https://www.pinehurst.com/
Net proceeds from this event are used to further the Missions of Mercy clinic program and the Foundation’s charitable work.
FUNdraiser
Enjoy catching up with friends over appetizers and a complimentary drink at our upcoming FUNdraisers! There’s no charge to attend, but donations are encouraged and will be accepted by check or credit card.
We will update this section as new FUNdraisers are in the pipeline.
Dental Community Support Webinars
To support dental professionals, the Foundation partners with experts to host educational webinars on a variety of topics related to overall wellness and well-being.
Information for upcoming webinars will be available soon.
You must be an NCDS member to register for webinars.