The Saveetha Smile Squad undertook a commendable initiative to engage with young children aged 3 to 4 years from Pupil School by organizing an educational tour of the dental college. This outreach program was aimed at introducing the children to the role of community workers, particularly dental professionals, in promoting oral health and hygiene.

 Objective

Ø  To familiarize young children with the dental care environment in a fun and engaging manner.

Ø  To instil early awareness about the importance of dental hygiene.

Ø  To showcase the work of community workers, especially dentists, in maintaining societal health.

 Activities Done:

Clinical Facilities:

Ø  The children were shown dental chairs, basic tools, and how dentists help people.

Ø  Demonstrations were simplified to avoid overwhelming the children.

Community Worker Interaction:

Ø  Dentists and interns explained their roles as community workers and the importance of dental hygiene.

Ø  A storytelling session emphasized the role of brushing twice a day and visiting a dentist regularly.

The Saveetha Smile Squad’s effort in organizing the educational tour successfully bridged the gap between community service and early childhood education. It laid the foundation for a generation that values oral hygiene and understands the importance of community health workers.