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IU Northwest offering free dental exams, cleanings, X-rays and more for children

IU Northwest offering free dental exams, cleanings, X-rays and more for children

Annual ‘Give Kids a Smile’ event helps children who do not have dental insurance

The annual Give Kids a Smile event, hosted by the Indiana University Northwest Dental Hygiene Program in partnership with the American Dental Association, will provide free dental exams, dental cleanings, X-rays, fluoride treatments and oral hygiene instructions to children ages 5-12 years old who do not have dental insurance.

The event will be from 8 a.m. until noon on Feb. 15 and Feb. 22 in the IU Northwest Dunes Medical/Professional Building.

Dental hygiene students from IU Northwest will provide care, alongside a licensed dentist and dental hygienists. Last year, IU Northwest students helped 18 children by donating more than $1,300 in dental services.

Space is limited. Walk-ins will not be accepted. We kindly ask that all schedule an appointment by contacting the Dental Clinic at 219-980-6772. Please reference “Give Kids a Smile” program when scheduling.