Church to provide free dental services to citizens in need

Volunteers, professionals to provide cleanings, preventive care, more, at clinic

For those unable to afford regular dental services, the Sandy Seventh-day Adventist Church will offer a free dental clinic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6.

For one day only, volunteers and dental professionals will provide exams, cleanings, X-rays, extractions and fillings to those in need on a first-come-first-serve basis at the 18575 S.E. Langensand Road church.

"Dental services are not covered by Medicaid and a lot of people can't afford even with insurance to pay for it," said volunteer Jon Beaty.

This year there will be 86 staff members available to help patients, and the exit station will provide information on other upcoming clinics, toothbrushes and toothpaste.

"We'll provide services even if people have insurance and just don't have the money for a deductible," said volunteer Tami Beaty.

"As long as they're healthy enough to receive dental care and we have the services we need, they're welcome," Jon Beaty added.

Lunch will also be provided. This event was made possible by sponsors and donors, including the North Pacific Union of Seventh-day Adventists, the Oregon Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Caring Hands Worldwide, Clackamas County Bank, Fred Meyer, Safeway and New Seasons. Donations are still accepted and appreciated.

For more information, contact Tami Beaty at 503-698-4622.