Holy Teeth For Sderot

What is the problem with Dental Care in the City of Sderot? In Israel, dental care is not part of the basic healthcare, rather it is a luxury. Very few citizens have dental insurance, especially in Sderot, whether privately or through work.

Over a year ago we opened a communal dental clinic that met the needs of the local poor population who really needed it, about 20% of the City of Sderot. Opening the clinic gave these people a chance to live normal lives and to enjoy medical equality. During the period that the clinic was open, dozens of people had both preventative and prosthetic operations.

Due to lack of funds and state subsidization, the clinic has shut down. Some of the patients are desperately waiting for it to open again as they are in the midst of their dental operations. We are currently raising funds that will allow us to reopen.

We must pay a full time dentist along with other volunteer dentist, nurses, and a secretary, not to mention all the necessary supplies to run a dental clinic. It is imperative that we have a way to help people who cannot pay for regular care.

This project was born out of necessity, as people came to us seeking help. It costs a person thousands of shekels for private dental care, and someone living on welfare making $300-$400 a month cannot meet these demands. We already have an existing clinic, which has been closed. We already have a dentist’s chair, a patient list comprised by the local social worker, and some supplies. We are now raising funds to reopen the clinic. We invite you to watch the following video made on behalf of the people of Sderot.