2018 Give Kids a Smile Day

Involved in dentistry for more than two decades, Angela Crincoli, DMD, works as a dentist with the KinderSmile Foundation in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Throughout her career as a dentist, Angela Crincoli, DMD, has volunteered with the Give Kids a Smile event, most recently in Montclair, New Jersey.

Launched by the American Dental Association in 2003, the Give Kids a Smile event provides underserved children with free oral healthcare services. More than 10,000 dentists and 30,000 other dental professionals volunteer their time and services to help these children. Since it began, the event has provided treatment to more than 5.5 million children. 

In 2018, Give Kids a Smile took place on February 2, with local events held throughout the United States. In New Jersey, more than 100 dental practices and clinics took part. Local professional gave children complete dental checkups followed by cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants when needed. 

For children with tooth decay, dentists performed extractions or applied fillings. If the child had severe dental problems, the dentist either asked the family to come back at another time free of charge or referred the family to a clinic or agency.

KinderSmile Foundation Provides an Educational Appointment Experience

Dr. Angela Crincoli is a member of the New Jersey Dental Association and the American Dental Association. Practicing dentistry with the KinderSmile Foundation, Dr. Angela Crincoli provides dental services to underserved children. 

The KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center is a charitable organization created to improve the health of its local communities by providing an educational dental appointment experience. The KinderSmile Foundation owns and operates the KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center, which provides dental care services to children up to 18 years of age. 

Focused on offering a positive and efficient learning program, the oral health center provides waiting room patients with a tablet loaded with an interactive educational app to use while they wait. During their appointments, young patients visit a toothbrush station to learn proper brushing techniques and receive feedback on their brushing skills. Children also visit the oral hygiene bay, where they and their parents receive advice on nutrition and learn how the diet affects dental health and overall well-being.