02/05/10 - Madison County
One group of area
high schools were given a little something extra to smile
about.
The non-profit
dental ministry "Smiles and Blessings", in conjunction with the
American Dental Associations "Give a Kid a Smile Day" gave 50
Jackson Central-Merry High School students a free dental visit
Friday in honor of National Children's Dental Health Month.
The students
dental care included everything from cleanings, fillings and if
necessary, root canals. Organizers said children's health is
everyone's responsibility, not just dentists and participation
by the community raised dental health awareness.
"Maybe realize
the importance of dental health for themselves and just get them
motivated to take better care of their teeth," said Dr. John C.
Williams, a pediatric dentist. "I think most of the ones I've
seen are doing a good job. They really are."