East Meets West Children鈥檚 Foundation is once again making sure children across the Okanagan will have something to smile about.

Those aged six to 12 who may not have dental coverage can get their teeth cleaned and have a checkup at no cost during the project Smile 24.

This is the second time the project will run after last year鈥檚 success.

Dr. Vikas Raj will be cleaning the teeth and giving the kids a checkup and East Meets West will be donating electric toothbrushes to encourage children to maintain dental hygiene.

鈥淚t is beneficial to start teaching your children about dental

care at a young age. Taking care of your child鈥檚 teeth every day helps

prevent tooth decay and creates regular oral hygiene habits for your child,鈥� said Dr. Raj.

East Meets West Children鈥檚 Foundation is a 琉璃神社 charity that focuses on helping provide good health and education for children.

The event will take place on June 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Access Dental Centre, 211-1980 Cooper Rd. Appointments will take about 45 minutes and must be booked in advance by calling 250-861-8777.

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