Partnering together as YWAM launch the YWAM MS Dental Trailer pilot outreach program a team of dentists from YWAM Medical Ships visited Sevese Morea Primary School in NCD to perform a number of dental health procedures.
Many children were unable to concentrate in class due to pain and were previously unable to receive dental care.
The dental team performed examinations, cleanings, restorations, fluoride treatments, and extractions as needed on the students to look after their smiles.
All students in all grade levels received oral health and nutrition education, empowering them to take care of their oral health and overall health.
Additionally, students received Colgate Bright Smiles packs including toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Over 5 full days
– 132 students received treatment
– 232 dental procedures were provided
– 400 students received oral health education
This pilot outreach was created to establish the best process and procedures for the program with a goal for the program to be rolled out to more Port Moresby schools in the future.
We are thrilled to be able to support this program and we look forward to continuing this partnership further in 2023.
Credit: Sir Brian Bell Foundation