Omaha, NE (KPTM) - Getting kids to go the dentist can be a challenging task.
But one program is making it easy for both kids and parents to polish the pearly whites.
It's called "Give Kids a Smile" and it was held today at the Douglas County Health Department Dental Clinic.
Ronald McDonald was there performing magic tricks and kids were having fun.
It sure didn't look like your normal dentist visit, but this event brightened the smiles on a lot of kids' faces. 6–year–old Lyssa Halterman is one.
It's probably because going to the dentist is a scary thing for most young kids.
But this event provides free dental work to youngsters who may not have gotten it otherwise.
"Dental care is the number one aliment with childhood diseases and a lot of kids just don't have access, parents can't afford it or don't have dental insurance so it's a big need," says Ronnett Davis, Supervisor of the Douglas County Health Department's Dental Clinic.
All the dental supplies were donated by local dentists, dental supply companies and the Ronald McDonald house.
About 10 dentists and 20 dental assistants are all volunteering their time and doing a little bit of everything.
"Basically we're providing exams, X–rays, cleaning, fluoride treatment, sealants, some restorations, some extractions, it just depends on the child," says Davis.
All of that work coming free of charge is important for the parents as well.
"It teaches children to take care of their teeth because you don't want your teeth rotting, so I think it's a pretty good deal," says Antanas Lizdas who brought his 2 kids to the event.
The Omaha District Dental Society and Douglas County Health Department teamed up for the "Give Kids a Smile" event.
This was the second year of the event and they look forward to continuing it in the years to come.
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