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    The DDF believes everyone deserves a healthy smile.

    And we’re doing the work to make it happen. Over the past year, our investments in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and North Carolina have supported programs and services that improve oral and overall health, promote health equity, and enhance the quality of life in our communities.
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    Oral Health in Action: News and Stories

    Dental hygiene leaders assemble for first Hygienist Inspired training

    “Are you hygienist inspired?” asks a woman holding a mic at the front of a hotel conference room. A seated crowd of dental hygienists cheers. Part pep rally, part leadership workshop, this seminar is a training event for the first cohort of Hygienist Inspired program ambassadors. “Hygienist...
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    Cleveland-area free dental clinic serves thousands

    When the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland opens its doors at 7 a.m., there’s already a line of people...
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    When it comes to dental care, kids score big with TeamSmile

    “Our story starts with Deamonte Driver,” says John McCarthy, executive director of TeamSmile. McCarthy is standing in...
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    Our Mission at Work

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    Advocating for oral health excellence and equity for those who need it most.

    What We Do

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    Teaching the importance of good oral health across the lifespan.

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    Funding the people and programs that make better oral health a reality.

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