Our Mission
Our mission is to give to lower-income families of Los Angeles access to free dental care through partnerships with prestigious schools’ residents committed to sharing their expertise, we provide quality oral care for children and young adults.
“Every person deserves to smile with confidence — it's a basic right, not a luxury.”
— Dr. Rodney Raanan
“Our mission has always been to bridge the gap between advanced care and those who need it most. A smile is the start.”
— Dr. Justin Raanan
“I’ve seen what a smile can do for the human spirit — and I’m honored to help pass that gift forward.”
— Dr. Steven Rifkin
Dental Health Services
We provide our young patients with professional, free dental care to give them a healthy bright smile and prevent oral health ailments. Early treatment and prevention keep away future potential pain and expensive emergency dental procedures; prevention is key to health. -
Dental Education
A healthy smile starts with an awareness of good oral hygiene. Patient education is at the heart of our practice. We offer ongoing access to information on the best dental health procedures. Healthy teeth and mouths are vital to health; our dentists and healthcare volunteers will always be available to educate our young patients: a foundation for a lifetime of good oral health.
Partnership Programs
We partner with local communities through schools and several community-based organizations to build a solid doctor-patient relationship, engaging with parents and teachers. Our foundation is ever present at a local level to directly listen to our young patients’ needs. The Giving A Smile Foundation will always be accessible to all Los Angeles communities in need of our services.