Fortis College’s annual “Give Kids A Smile” returns to Norfolk

Richelle Hammiel
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NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Fortis College is giving local children a reason to smile once again this winter.

In February, Fortis College in Norfolk will participate in “Give Kids A Smile,” an American Dental Association program that offers free dental care to underserved children.

The college will host its annual event on Friday, Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on campus, located at 6300 Center Drive, Suite 100 in Norfolk.

Participants will receive free services, including visual exams, fluoride varnish applications, and instruction from dental assisting students on overall dental treatment.

Participating dentists on site will be supervising the dental assisting students.

“This event provides our students hands-on dental experience while simultaneously addressing a vital health need in our community,” Fortis College in Norfolk Campus President Fabian Fernandez said.

To RSVP, contact Ashli Anderson at (757) 499-5447.

For more information, visit Give Kids A Smile Day at Fortis.

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