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Kaiserslautern American
November 11, 2016
Little teeth, big smiles: children visit dental squadron Photos by Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer
Ben LeNeave and his daughter, Emma, fill out a pre-appointment form during the 86th Dental Squadron’s “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein. The event was a way for children up to 10 years old to get their teeth checked or cleaned in an environment tailored to their age group. According to the Center for Disease and Control, tooth decay is one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood in the United States. Untreated cavities can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with eating, speaking, playing and learning.
Capt. Heather Rybar, 86th Dental Squadron general dentist, talks to her patient, Emma LeNeave, during the 86th Dental Squadron’s “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein. The event invited parents to bring their children, up to 10 years old, in to receive a dental checkup and cleaning.
Emma LeNeave receives a teeth cleaning during the 86th Dental Squadron’s “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein. Children up to 10 years old were encouraged to attend the event with their parents.
Staff Sgt. Kirsten Moss, 86th Dental Squadron oral preventative technician, prepares her patient, Channing Wray, for a dental checkup during the “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein.
Emma LeNeave gets her teeth cleaned by Capt. Heather Rybar, 86th Dental Squadron general dentist, during the “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein.
Channing Wray, holds a mirror to watch as his dentist cleans his teeth during the “Little Teeth, Big Smiles” event Nov. 5 on Ramstein.