Dental cleanings, screenings, and education for kids ages 4 to 17 to spotlight the importance of oral care access
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and Concorde Career Colleges is celebrating by hosting no-cost community events at select campuses. The initiative not only honors the dental hygiene profession but also underscores the importance of preventive care and expanding access to oral health services for children and families.
According to the CDC, approximately 57 million Americans live in areas with too few dental providers to meet residents' needs. The current disparities in access to oral healthcare demonstrate the urgent need for greater investments in training to expand the dental care workforce nationwide.
On Monday, October 13, Concorde's dental hygiene programs at select campuses will host pediatric Making Smiles events, providing preventive dental services for children ages 4 to 17, such as X-rays, dental cleanings, fluoride applications, sealants, and dental kits filled with oral care essentials, at no cost.
Care is provided by Concorde dental hygiene students under the supervision of licensed dental professionals and faculty members. Events are made possible through the generous support of sponsors PDS Health, Heartland Dental, and Liberty Dental Plan.
"Concorde Career Colleges is proud to serve our communities by helping bridge the gaps in oral health care access," said Kevin Prehn, President of Concorde Career Colleges. "These events allow our students to provide meaningful care while gaining valuable hands-on patient experience, and we're grateful to our sponsors for joining us in this important initiative."
On Monday, October 13, the following Concorde campuses are hosting events with no-cost dental services (advanced registration is required):
- Making Kansas City Smile (Kansas City, Missouri)
- Making Miramar Smile (Miramar, Florida)
- Making Tampa Smile (Tampa, Florida)
- Making San Diego Smile (San Diego, California)
- Making San Bernardino Smile (San Bernardino, California)
Appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Two locations, noted above, will also open appointments for adults and seniors.
Concorde's commitment to community dental care access extends beyond National Dental Hygiene Month. At the 14 campuses that offer dental hygiene programs, Concorde operates year-round Dental Hygiene Clinics, which provide low-cost preventive care to local residents, helping address unmet dental health needs for children, adults, and seniors. Clinic hours vary by location.
About Concorde Career Colleges
Concorde Career Colleges, the healthcare division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., (NYSE:UTI), operates 17 campuses across eight states and online under the brands Concorde Career College and Concorde Career Institute to prepare America's next generation of health care and dental professionals for rewarding careers. The Concorde blended education model combines online coursework with in-person lab classes and clinical settings. Concorde's student-focused academic programs and personalized support prepare graduates for in-demand careers in nursing, dental, respiratory, diagnostic and other healthcare roles. Concorde is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and the Council on Occupational Education (COE). For more information, visit concorde.edu and uti.edu; LinkedIn at @Concorde Career Colleges and @UniversalTechnicalInstitute; or X at @ConcordeCareer and @news_UTI.
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