PROJECT "SAVE A SMILE"

January 21, 2006

Two Kiwanis Club of St. Pete. members, Dr. Ron O’Neal and Dr. Michael Hess hosted the First Annual Project Save-a-Smile at their offices at 7401 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N.  The event was planned to provide dental treatment for foster children.  Dr. O’Neal, along with the help of Dr. Sean Gassett provided dental exams, cleanings and x-rays for 50 kids at no cost.  Dr. Hess examined the children and determined the need for braces. He will select two children each year for free braces. Community support was provided by Chick-fil-A on 4th Street, Publix on 9th Street, Ritz Camera in International Plaza, Funny Business, Venturi Productions, Henry Schein Co., Administrative Partners, and St. Pete High School’s Key Club. While waiting for their treatment, the kids got to play with clowns, jump on the moonwalk and improve their skills on the football obstacle course. The kids also received merchandise and autographs from Tampa Bay Buccaneer #78 Matt Stinchcomb. “Project Save a Smile” is a non-profit dental treatment organization founded by Dr. O’Neal.  Click here to see other fun events we have planned.