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Dental Program

Providing preventative and restorative care to elementary school students since 2000.

Every Smile Tells A Story

The St. David's Foundation Dental Program offers free dental care to children at Title I elementary schools in Central Texas. This is the largest mobile charity dental program in the country.

From August through May, the Dental Program treats elementary school children who attend Title I schools in Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties. When school is not in session, our mobile clinics partner with area social service agencies to serve children.

Each of our ten mobile dental clinics is equipped with two dental exam rooms, digital x-rays, and computer workstations. Board-certified dentists, hygienists, and assistants give free high-quality care to children at their schools, so students don’t have to miss class, and parents don’t have to miss work.

Beyond addressing urgent needs, this program also educates students about dental hygiene habits that will last a lifetime.

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“It showed me early in my career how much of an impact access to compassionate, quality dental care can have on a community. Children are one of our most vulnerable populations, and they depend on adults and community resources to advocate for their health. That is why the Foundation’s work resonates with me; it not only provides children with access to needed dental care but also helps prevent disease and restore their health before problems become more serious.”

Dr. Carlos Diaz, DDS

Dental Clinical Director