Dental Needs

Posted by on August 11, 2009 in Medical Work

In March, a dental team went to our base and treated over 100 children and then visited a public school. It was a dynamic time. The dental needs where we work are great–no one get regular dental care. Two of our staff are studying to become dentists. We want to relieve suffering of those who come with dental issues. All of us know the pain you can have when you have dental problems.

I leave in three hours for Indonesia. I will be joining a dental team. This team will be training our dental staff and will be caring for those who come to our clinic during their stay.

I admire these volunteers who give their time and pay their own way. They just want to help those who are serving the poor. This year we have had two dental teams from the U.S. who have traveled over the Pacific Ocean. The timing is good for these teams to share their knowledge and professional skills. It all translates into a better trained staff.