Henry Schein, Inc. announced its commitment of $50,000 to The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) for its Donated Orthodontic Services (DOS) programme. The donation will be made available through Henry Schein Cares, the company’s global social responsibility programme and Henry Schein Orthodontics, the orthodontics business of Henry Schein, Inc.
Henry Schein’s donation will help the DOS programme carry on its mission to provide pro bono orthodontic treatment for economically disadvantaged children who lack insurance coverage or who do not qualify for other dental health assistance in the state where they live.
“As part of our commitment to help enhance access to oral care to underserved communities, it was an easy decision to support a programme that aligns so well with the values of our global social responsibility programme, Henry Schein Cares,” said Mr. Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. “Together with our valued orthodontic customers, we look forward to helping AAO fulfil its goal of providing orthodontic care to those most in need.”
Since it was created in 2009, the DOS programme has expanded from five to ten state-sponsored programmes and nationwide access where volunteering orthodontists are matched with patients in need of care most as identified by AAO and Dental Lifeline Network. Henry Schein Cares and Henry Schein Orthodontics’ contribution of $50,000 will underwrite the costs for materials, supplies and equipment needed to deliver patient care.
“Our goal of treating 250 patients this year is achievable, thanks to donors such as Henry Schein, who are making it possible to not only help change smiles, but help change lives,” says Morris N. Poole, DDS, Immediate Past President of the AAO. “Thank you Henry Schein for your generous support of the DOS programme and your continued support of the orthodontic community.”
The DOS programme is overseen by a Board of Directors composed of both AAO member orthodontists and corporate supporters from leading orthodontic suppliers.
