There are few things more delightful than a child’s smile and few things more heart wrenching than a child who can’t smile because of dental pain.

Sadly, one out of every four kindergarten-aged children in North Carolina suffers from untreated tooth decay. When left untreated, tooth decay can lead to severe pain, oral abscesses, and depression, and in extreme cases, untreated tooth decay can even cause death.

If you are concerned about your child’s dental health or if you just want a fun educational activity that will encourage your child to get excited about staying healthy, we have great news. Fayetteville Technical Community College can help you and your child.

Please join us for the second annual Dental Health Fair at Fayetteville Technical Community College, courtesy of the United Way’s Youth Trust Stock Fund.

When: Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Where: Tony Rand Student Center, 2220 Hull Road, at the Fayetteville campus of FTCC

Who: This event is primarily for children ages 3 to 12, but children of all ages are welcome to attend and to participate in all the day’s great activities.

Activities will include:

• Oral Health Screenings: Conducted by FTCC Dental Hygiene Students and Faculty
• Microscope Station: Children can view plaque samples
• Art Activities: Arts and crafts available at each activity station
• Dental Instruction: Children will learn how to care for their teeth

This event is free. There is no charge for the event or any of the fun activities. In addition to helping your child get or keep a great smile, this event will also help children realize that science can be great fun!
Questions? We are eager to help your child get and keep a beautiful, healthy smile.

Jessica Jones, Dental Hygiene Instructor
Email: jonesj@faytechcc.edu
Phone: (910) 678-8552
Office: Health Technologies Center, Room 101A

Michelle Ping, Chair of the Dental Department
Email: pingm@faytechcc.edu
Phone: (910) 678-8575
Office: Health Technologies Center, Room 101D