Congressman Cohen Announces Free Dental Exams and Sealants For Children

Beginning Monday, June 2, 2008 through Friday, June 27, 2008, dental clinics will be open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m at the following locations:

First Baptist Church Broad Ave.
2835 Broad Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38112

Hickory Hill Community Center
3910 Ridgeway Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38115

Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary. Dental professionals will examine each child's teeth for signs of decay. They will also apply approved dental sealants to the chewing services of all molars and pre-molars to help prevent decay and cavities.

Spanish translators will be available daily at the Hickory Hill Community Center clinic.

“I am very pleased that the Memphis and Shelby County Health Department is taking this important initiative to ensure that the children of the 9th District maintain proper oral care,” said Congressman Cohen. “This program provides an excellent opportunity for children to not only receive free oral examinations, but also provides preventative care through protective sealants, which studies have shown can decrease tooth decay by as much as 60%.”

For more information about these free dental clinics, or the Health Department's School Based Dental Program, please call (901) 545-8801 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Contact:
Marilyn Dillihay, Press Secretary, 202-225-3265
Charlie Gerber, Communications Assistant, 202-225-3265