The Wilkens Family Dental Hygiene Clinic at Cape Cod Community College will offer free dental services to children starting Tuesday, Feb. 21, through Thursday, Feb. 23.
Children ages 3 to 17 qualify for the services, available for three days, from morning to noon, by appointment only. The services will include free-of-cost dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and toothbrush instruction, according to a statement by Cape Cod Community College.
Under the supervision of licensed dental hygienists and dentists, the college’s dental hygiene students will be providing the services.
“It’s a great learning opportunity for our students in the program, but also a good opportunity for the community during school breaks,” said Patrick Stone, director of strategic communications and marketing at the college. “It can be tricky finding dental appointments, so during school breaks, it’s a great opportunity to get the children the care they need.”