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The National Violence Against Women Survey estimates that more than 5 million women are affected by domestic violence each year. The violence results in nearly $4.1 billion in health care costs. That's why Tokuyama Dental America is partnered with American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation's (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile program to restore smiles of victims who suffered dental injuries from domestic and sexual violence. The partnership is helping to heal some of the devastating effects of violence these victims endured and is supporting them on their road to recovery.  If more dental companies and volunteers come together to provide free dental care to people in need, we can make a bigger difference together.

 

Give Back a Smile Patients

 

   

 

 

“This truly has been a life-saver for me. Through counseling and having my teeth repaired, memories of that day and experience of being in an abusive relationship is in the past.” - Give Back a Smile Patient

 

 

 

"GBAS has changed my life drastically. I felt like staying closed up and not going out or socializing. I was horrified of trying to get a job. After being accepted for the GBAS program I saw a light at the end of the tunnel. I felt hopeful again and after all the time and work that Dr. Kevin and his staff were generous to donate, I gained so much back. I got a job, I participate in social activities. I’ve also been able to lose weight and feel pretty and happy again.” - Give Back a Smile Patient