Dental Screenings Return to Barnyard Flea Market

DCG students have revived a popular outreach program for the community by offering free dental screenings at Barnyard Flea Market.

DCG students and faculty will volunteer on Saturday, Oct. 15 and Nov. 12 at the DCG booth at Barnyard Flea Market to offer oral screenings to check for signs of dental or gum disease and determine if a visitor requires a referral to a dentist for cleaning, further assessment or treatment.

Dr. Kim Capehart, Chair of the Department of General Dentistry, is organizing the fall screenings, managing student scheduling and recruiting faculty volunteers. Clinics offering free screenings like this one are part of yearly opportunities for dental students to receive practical educational feedback, impact public health and raise awareness about DCG programs and patient services.