Our Mission


Our mission is to provide equitable access to life-changing dental care by removing barriers and empowering underserved youth.

Our Vision


Our vision is that every child and young adult has access to compassionate care, reliable services, and a healthy, confident smile.

Every person deserves to smile with confidence — it's a basic right, not a luxury.

— Dr. Rodney Raanan

Our priority 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. 

 

Our focus is to help all Los Angeles children and young adults gain access to preventative dental care to keep their teeth and gums healthy. With an emphasis on patient-centered care and a passion for building connections in the local community, we help families improve the oral health of children so they don’t face dental health issues in later adolescence or adulthood.

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