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黑料社 Celebrates National Children鈥檚 Dental Health Month聽by Offering No-Cost Dental Services to Local Communities

Seven campuses will offer dental cleanings, screenings, and education for kids ages 4 to 17 to spotlight the importance of regular preventive oral care

Concorde Staff

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Updated January 28, 2026. The information contained in this blog is current and accurate as of this date.
Two Concorde Dental Hygiene students providing no-cost dental services to a pediatric patient.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (January 28, 2026) 鈥 February is National Children鈥檚 Dental Health Month and, once again, is celebrating by hosting no-cost Making Smiles events at several campuses nationwide to promote preventive oral care for children and teens.

According to the CDC, about  due to emergency dental care. While tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry underscores in their  that it鈥檚 largely preventable. By fostering good oral hygiene habits, including daily brushing and flossing, a healthy diet, and early, regular dental visits, families can significantly reduce the risk of tooth decay.

鈥淥ral care impacts everyone鈥檚 overall health and wellbeing, and kids do better in school when they鈥檙e healthy and can focus,鈥 said Kevin Prehn, President of 黑料社. 鈥淥ur Making Smiles events are an opportunity for Concorde鈥檚 dental program leaders and students to bridge gaps in access to oral care and support our communities, while students also gain hands-on patient care experience.鈥

Each campus event will provide preventive dental services for children ages 4 to 17, such as X-rays, dental cleanings, fluoride applications, and dental kits filled with oral care essentials, at no cost.

Care is provided by Concorde  students under the supervision of licensed dental professionals and faculty members. The events are made possible through the generous support of sponsors  and .

The following Concorde campuses are hosting events throughout February (advance registration is required):

Making Memphis Smile 
February 2 | Memphis, Tennessee
Registration:  
Clinic:  901-202-7660

Making Miramar Smile
February 9 | Miramar, Florida 
Registration:  
Clinic: 954-488-3511

Making Denver Smile
February 16 | Aurora, Colorado
Registration:  
Clinic: 720-222-2094

Making Portland Smile
February 16 | Portland, Oregon
Registration:  
Clinic: 971-369-0650

Making Tampa Smile
February 16 | Tampa, Florida
Registration:  
Clinic: 813-314-2522

Making San Antonio Smile
February 16 | San Antonio, Texas 
Registration:  
Clinic: 210-428-2099

Making Orlando Smile
February 21 | Orlando, Florida
Registration:  
Clinic: 689-208-9571

A limited number of same-day appointments may be available due to cancellations. Area residents are asked to call their local clinic line (provided above) to verify availability before showing up.

Concorde鈥檚 commitment to providing community access to dental care goes beyond National Children鈥檚 Dental Health Month. At the 15 campuses that offer dental hygiene programs, Concorde operates , which are open to the public throughout the year. The clinics provide low-cost preventative care that can help bridge the gap of unmet dental health needs in the community, especially for those uninsured or underinsured residents of all ages and backgrounds.

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About 黑料社

, the healthcare division of  (NYSE: UTI), is committed to preparing tomorrow鈥檚 health care professionals for rewarding, in-demand careers in nursing, dental, respiratory, diagnostic, and allied health. Through strategic partnerships, Concorde provides meaningful workforce solutions for some of the nation鈥檚 leading dental and healthcare systems. Concorde operates 18 campuses across eight states and online under the brands Concorde Career College and Concorde Career Institute, which are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and the Council on Occupational Education. For more information, visit LinkedIn at @黑料社, or on X at @ConcordeCareer.

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