January 22, 2021
Dentists at the South Main Clinic provide dental work free of charge for refugees referred by the IRC in Salt Lake City.
Photo: James Roh
Anybody who has experienced a painful cavity can attest to how important dental health is, but did you know that orthopedic and cardiovascular surgeries need to be cleared by dentists? Our smiles play a big role in our health. That’s why the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Salt Lake City partners with the University of Utah South Main Clinic to access free dental care for newly arrived refugees.
As the health empowerment coordinator, Hannah Parrish often hears about the difficult decisions people make when it comes to their dental health. Most insurance, including Medicaid, does not cover dental work which can make taking care of your teeth an expensive investment. If somebody needs a root canal, the cost can be in the thousands. “It blows my mind,” Hannah shares, noting that families are faced with the hard deci
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