Dr. John Newman, executive director of VIM; Kim Likins, development director; and Patricia Curcio and Donna Carr from the VIM dental clinic display a replica check for a $20,000 grant received from Delta Dental of South Carolina.
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of Hilton Head Island (VIM) recently was presented with a check from Delta Dental of South Carolina in support of VIM’s oral health and educational programs.
VIM’s dental clinic delivers more than $1.2 million in essential dental care each year, performing more than 3,600 procedures for children and adults. VIM’s state-of-the-art clinic provides comprehensive treatment to patients who often have nowhere else to turn.
Nearly 25% of VIM’s dental services are emergency-based, reflecting the urgent need in our community.
“The mouth is the window into the soul and many other diseases,” said VIM Executive Director John Newman, MD. “Dental disease remains one of the most widespread – and preventable – health issues, especially among those with limited access to care, so we are very grateful for the support of Delta Dental as we strive to improve the health of our patients.”
The $20,000 awarded to VIM was among the more than $127,900 in oral health grants given to five South Carolina-based organizations that align with Delta Dental of South Carolina’s mission to improve oral health.