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Providing Dental Hygiene Services in Underserved Communities

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By: Paula Chebat, RDH In July of 2024, Paula Chebat traveled to San Martin village in Guatemala with a crew of Global Dental Relief trip leaders and volunteers – including dentists, hygienists, assistants, students and general volunteers.  Paula discovered GDR through an online search, looking to use her expertise as a dental hygienist to give back to underserved communities. We... read more »

Empowering the Next Generation of Health Professionals

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Eiryn Waldman didn’t fully understand what she was getting herself in to when she applied for and won the annual HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) Scholarship to participate in a humanitarian trip to Guatemala with Global Dental Relief. But she knew she had an interest in dentistry and in helping kids live healthier lives. Eiryn traveled to Guatemala where... read more »

Our First Cranberry Scholar in Action: A Cranberry USA and Global Dental Relief Partnership

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Global Dental Relief (GDR) partners with Cranberry USA, a dental supply company and generous sponsor. As a GDR sponsor, Cranberry USA offers five $1,000 scholarships to pre-dental and pre-dental hygiene students who are passionate about bringing dental care to kids overseas. Thanks to Cranberry USA, Jocelin Calcagano – our first scholarship recipient - was able to join Global Dental Relief... read more »