Few say ‘Ahhh’ to free dental help

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March 11, 2011

MINDY NGUYEN, Oakland High School

Big Smiles is an independent company that seeks to help underserved students. It provides students with free check-ups, X-rays, cleaning, fillings and more.

Nurse Rose Qabazard said that the dentists will visit Oakland High School around March.

The health center has recruited only 45 students to take this opportunity. They hope to have at least 100 students when the program begins.

“It sounds pretty dope for people who don’t have dental insurance,” said senior Geoffrey Dang. “It helps because out here in Oakland, there are students who don’t have the money to have their teeth checked.”

“I just heard about the program the other day,” said Rachelle-Ann Esmele, a junior. “I’m glad I heard about it sooner, because I need it.”

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