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Grateful to Serve: Volunteer Dentistry in Georgia, U.S.

Participation in the Spring of Peace Ministry and Baptist Mobile Health Ministry mobile program, bringing care and hope to Latino and refugee communities in Georgia (USA).


Today I celebrate with deep gratitude the recognition I received from the Georgia Board of Dentistry: the Volunteer Work Reporting Form, an official document recording the hours I dedicated to dental volunteer service.


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Participants in the free volunteer initiative received an official certificate — the Volunteer Work Reporting Form, issued by the Georgia Board of Dentistry. The document records the total hours dedicated to the cause, recognizing each volunteer’s commitment and contribution to promoting oral health in the community.

This acknowledgment came through my participation in a meaningful initiative held from September 25 to 27, 2025, organized by the Spring of Peace Ministry in partnership with the Baptist Mobile Health Ministry. Unfortunately, I was only able to participate on September 26 and 27, from 7 AM to 4 PM.


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And this year, we at ToothTalk by Alex are honored to be part of this wonderful action, supporting a mission that truly reflects the heart of dentistry: caring for people where they are, with dignity and kindness

This initiative is part of a strategic effort to increase access to quality dental care for underserved communities in Georgia, aligning with the mission of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. During the event, a state-of-the-art mobile dental unit was used to provide fillings, extractions, and cleanings. These units are specially designed vans or buses equipped with professional dental chairs, X-ray machines, sterilization units, and all the essential tools of a traditional clinic. Licensed dentists and hygienists travel to patients, providing safe, complete, and convenient care.




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Over the three days, approximately 100 patients were treated, with an average of 35 to 40 patients per day, attending three patients simultaneously. This model is especially valuable for schools, senior communities, rural areas without nearby clinics, and other vulnerable populations. For this event, the focus was on residents of a predominantly Hispanic community, including many refugees and underserved individuals who otherwise would not have access to dental care.



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Beyond oral health care, participants received lunch, preliminary screenings, and, most importantly, the opportunity to experience God’s love and meet Jesus Christ — by the end of the first day, 20 people chose to accept Jesus into their lives.

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For me, this form holds great significance, as it symbolizes the joy of serving, the lessons I’ve learned from this mission, and the privilege of being part of an effort that combines health, compassion, hope, and faith. It also reminds us that any contribution — no matter how small — can transform the lives of those who need it most. Each of us has the power to make a meaningful impact on our community and our country, and initiatives like this demonstrate the depth and importance of such contributions.



I deeply thank everyone involved for giving me this opportunity, as I was also profoundly touched by the heart and dedication of each one of you. 🌟



👉 Want to discover how volunteering can transform careers while making healthcare more human and inclusive?






Keywords: Volunteerism; Oral Health; Dental Assistant; Experiential Learning; Cultural Competence; Health Equity; Immigrant Health



 
 
 

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