Smile Starters Dental

Smile Starters Dental

Dentists

Charlotte, North Carolina 133 followers

General Dentistry for the Youth

About us

Smile Starters provides general dental treatment to thousands of underserved children and young adults throughout North Carolina. Good dental health is an important ingredient of overall health. Preventative care is the focus of Smile Starters and with regular dental check-ups we can diagnose dental problems early. We want our young patients to enjoy smiles that last a lifetime and our entire staff works toward that goal. We always accept new patients and appointment times are available to fit your busy schedule.

Industry
Dentists
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Type
Privately Held

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Employees at Smile Starters Dental

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    Are you a dedicated RDH with a passion for working with kids? We’re seeking someone who loves creating positive dental experiences for our young patients!! ✨  . .  🗓️ Flexible Schedule: Take time off when you need it, not just when the Dentist does. 💆♀️ Work-Life Balance: No weekends! We believe in giving you time for yourself. Part-time available!  🤝🏽Supportive Staff: You’ll work alongside a friendly, collaborative team committed to making every day enjoyable.  ✨Amazing Benefits✨: From Holiday pay to office profit sharing! We invest in our team (CE), Medical, Dental, Vision,Life insurance. 401K with match, long and short-term disability. If you’re ready to make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling career, apply today! Visit our website https://lnkd.in/dXgTK_Fk

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    Smile Starters is excited to welcome Pediatric Dentist, Dr.Robert Freeman to the team! 🎉 He will be at our Fayetteville location. . About Dr.Freeman: Dr. Robert Freeman was born and raised in Western North Carolina. He earned a Bachelor in Psychology and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Freeman completed his specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry and Masters of Science in Dentistry from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association. After completing his residency in Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Freeman made Louisiana his home and is now proud to be back in his home state of North Carolina. He believes in a gentle and friendly style of dentistry for his patients and their families. He can't wait to see your smiles! 😁

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    Dear Friends, Family, Followers and Patients, In the aftermath of the recent hurricane Helene, many of our valued team members from Asheville have faced significant challenges, including disruptions to their lives and livelihoods. As a company that deeply cares about its employees, we have established a relief fund to help cover part of what some of our team members have lost in wages due to this disaster. We believe in standing by our people during difficult times, and this fund is just one of the ways we are committed to supporting them as they recover. We are actively working to provide additional assistance, and we encourage those who are in a position to help to join us in these efforts. If you'd like to contribute to this fund or learn more about how we’re supporting our employees, please reach out to us. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a big difference to those in need. Here's the link to the GoFundMe that has been set up, these funds will go directly to those team members impacted by the storm. Even sharing this post goes a long way! Thank you for your kindness and generosity as we work together to help our community heal and rebuild. With gratitude, Smile Starters https://lnkd.in/efQZTH3C

    Donate to Support Our Resilient Smile Starters Team, organized by Ryan Root

    Donate to Support Our Resilient Smile Starters Team, organized by Ryan Root

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    Smile Starters is excited to welcome Dr.Candice Hodge to the team!! 🎉 🦷  . Meet Dr. Candice Hodge, DDS: Dr. Candice Hodge is a compassionate and dedicated general dentist who is native to Winston-Salem, NC. She completed her undergraduate studies at East Carolina University before earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UNC Adam’s School of Dentistry. In dental school, Dr. Hodge gained knowledge and hands-on experience while volunteering and providing care in pediatric and non-pediatric settings. She is an active member in several professional groups, The American Dental Association, The Old North State Dental Society, and The North Carolina Dental Society. Unsurprisingly, what is most important to Dr. Hodge is bringing a combination of warmth and laughter to each appointment. With a passion for providing exceptional dental care to children, Dr. Hodge is committed to creating a welcoming experience for young patients and their families. She believes if we can improve the overall experience, we can help foster a strong relationship between pediatric patients and the dental team. Dr. Hodge believes in the importance of teaching children and their parents about proper oral hygiene practices and preventative care. She strives to build lasting relationships with her patients to ensure that each visit to the dentist is positive and educational. Outside of the dental office, Dr. Hodge enjoys volunteering at local community health fairs and participating in dental outreach programs. In her free time, she loves spending time outdoors with her dogs Paris and Benzo, working out, watching Disney movies, and singing karaoke. Dr. Hodge is excited to join the team at Smile Starters and is looking forward to helping children achieve healthy and beautiful smiles. . Dr.Hodge will see your beautiful smiles at Smile Starters in Greensboro! 😄

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    Timing is of the essence right now. There’s a proposed bi-partisan bill in North Carolina to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates paid to dental care providers. (HB1010) The NC House of Representatives just announced they plan to debate and vote on a short session budget this week (6/17/2024-6/21/2024). Please, contact your lawmakers and urge them to either approve HB1010 outright or include the $45MM in the state budget.  Lawmakers need to hear from you how important this bill is. What can you do? -Contact your legislators    - Let them know "North Carolina needs better dental care access. Please vote YES for House Bill 1010!" If you aren’t sure which one represents you, copy them all in your message. 

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    From: NC Oral Health Collaborative "It was great to be at the State of the Child Summit earlier this month! Our director Crystal Adams, MA, CDA, RDH, along with Dr. David Tillman, chair of the Department of Public Health at Campbell University, and Dr. Rafael Rivera, owner of Smile Starters, served on the “Bright Smiles, Brighter Futures” panel moderated by NCIOM Project Director Khristian Curry, MPH. They discussed the landscape of children’s oral health in North Carolina and the long-term impacts of dental care on physical and emotional well-being." . Thank you for inviting us to be part of a very important discussion for the kids!

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    Smile Starters is excited to welcome Dr.Brianna Chavis-Locklear to the team! She will be leading our Wilmington office! . About Dr.Bri: Dr Bri was born and raised in Prospect, NC. She graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with an under graduate degree in Psychology. Following her undergraduate studies, she continued her formal education at East Carolina School of Dental Medicine earning her degree of Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree. Dr. Bri’s interest in dentistry began at a young age when her older sister came home with braces. Dr. Bri has devoted her career to serving pediatric patients. She has spent a lot of time working with children within clinics, schools, and mobile dentistry. Dr. Bri strives to create an environment in which children have a positive dental experience. As a dentist, Dr. Bri focuses on the individuality of each child needs treating them with the compassion they deserve. Her calming demeanor puts her patients at ease helping them to become confident in their dental health. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Bri enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and golden doodle Clementine. She can’t wait to meet you! . . #smile #smilestarters #smilestartersdental #dentist #dentistryworld #wilmingtonnc #kidsdentist

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