ADVERTISEMENT: Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry to offer complimentary dental services to children, special-needs adults

NOTE: This is a paid advertorial. 

Dr. John Timothy Hansford Jr. at Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry proudly announces a day of giving back to the community! On Thursday, July 3, Dr. Hansford and his team will offer complimentary dental services to children and special needs adults. 

Services for the Event

A comprehensive range of dental services will be available. These services include routine cleanings, preventive sealants, white fillings, durable silver or white crowns and extractions with space maintainers. In addition, anesthesia services will also be provided, spanning from local anesthesia (shots in the mouth) to general anesthesia (asleep for dentistry). 

What is the appointment process?

• Contact us by phone at 706-309-7112 or email us at hello@athensareapediatricdentistry.com to schedule an appointment.
• All appointments must be arranged in advance
• Parents must accompany their child and provide legal guardianship documentation.
• For patients requiring sedation, a prior consultation with Dr. John Timothy Hansford is mandatory to ensure approval for office-based anesthesia (OBA).
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Who is eligible for these services?

Anna Stanifer, the office manager at Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry, explains that the services are available to any child aged 1 to 10 years old that may encounter challenges in receiving dental care. This includes individuals covered by Medicaid, those without insurance, as well as children with conditions that may make traditional dental procedures difficult, such as oppositional defiant disorder, Down syndrome, and autism. Patients requiring general anesthesia may be any age. 

Community Efforts for the No Out-of-Pocket Payment Day

Mady Lewchanin (Dental Assistant & Organizer of the 2024 Fourth of July Free Day): “For our 4th of July 2024 event, I wanted to create a unique and welcoming experience for patients of all ages to encourage rebooking and promote consistent dental hygiene. It was incredibly rewarding to see children smiling and to receive such positive feedback from parents. I believe every child deserves access to quality dental care and oral health education, no matter their financial situation, and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to help provide that!”

Rakshita Gorrepati (Pre-Dental Shadowing Student): “I have had the privilege of working with Dr. Hansford on several ‘free days’ throughout my college years for underserved community members. It has been a deeply rewarding experience to be part of a team that provided essential dental care to those who might not otherwise have access. I hope to help even more community members at this event!”

Rakshita Gorrepati is a pre-dental student at the University of Georgia and member of the class of 2026. 

Dr. John T. Hansford Jr. is a double-board-certified specialist in pediatric dentistry and dental anesthesiology. Opinions expressed are those of the writer.