Give Back a Smile - American Academy Cosmetic Dentistry Foundation

Description

Provides dental restoration to individuals who have received dental injuries to the front 8 teeth from former intimate artner or spouse, family member, sexual violence or is a victim of human trafficking. The individual must have been out of the abusive relationship for over one year. All applicants must have at least one interview to connect them with local resources, to confirm that the injuries were caused by domestic violence, and that the applicant has been out of the abusive relationship for at least one year. A signature from the counselor, advocate, social worker, or case manager must be provided on the application for acceptance into the program. A survivor whose smile is compromised due to injury and not due to previous neglect. The dentist makes the final determination of this aspect.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm (CT)

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Adult women and men who received injuries to the teeth from a former intimate partner or spouse, family member, victim of sexual violence or human trafficking are eligible for the service. The individual must have been out of the abusive relationship for over one year. All applicants must have at least one interview to connect them with local resources, to confirm that the injuries were caused by domestic violence, and that the applicant has been out of the abusive relationship for at least one year. A signature from the counselor, advocate, social worker, or case manager must be provided on the application for acceptance into the program. A survivor whose smile is compromised due to domestic violence, and not due to previous neglect. The dentist makes the final determination of this aspect.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Call for application or download application online.

Languages

English and Spanish

Service Area

Nationwide

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers