February is National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM)
February is National Children's Dental Health Month! This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others.
NYS Give Kids a Smile Events
Each year, local dental societies host Give Kids A Smile® events providing underserved children with much needed oral health services and knowledge. Find a local event in your county!
Westchester County
Event #1:
When: Monday, March 31st
Where: B'Above - Brewster Head Start, 1511 Route 22Suites C-9 & C-23, Brewster NY, 10509
Event #2:
When: Monday, April 28th
Where: Virginia Road Elementary School, 86 Virginia Rd, White Plains, NY 12603
Suffolk County
The Suffolk County Dental Society (SCDS) is thrilled to host its Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) event at the Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
GKAS is a national program that provides free dental care and education to children in need. At this event, children aged 1–17 (accompanied by a parent or guardian) can receive:
- Free dental screenings, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments
- Oral health education
- Oral hygiene kits
- Immediate care for urgent dental needs
Where: Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center, 431 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025
