"Experience the power of education and create a brighter future with Project SMILE. Join us in our mission to inspire and motivate individuals to reach their full potential through learning and personal growth."
~SaRita Dean, R.D.H.
About
Project SMILE (Stand for a Motivated and Inspired Life through Education) was founded in 1992 by dental hygienist SaRita Dean and her mother, the late Mrs. Willie Ruth. SaRita is the author of the popular children's book "Suga Mama: The Teeth Teasers," which features the character of Suga Mama, a dental hygiene superhero who teaches kids about the importance of taking care of their teeth. SaRita is also the author of "Container Gardening with Children: A Step-by-Step Guide".
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Suga Mama
"Suga Mama: The Teeth Teasers" is a fun and engaging children's book written by dental hygienist SaRita Dean, the co-founder of Project SMILE. The book tells the story of Suga Mama, a dental hygiene superhero who teaches kids about the importance of taking care of their teeth. With catchy rhymes and colorful illustrations, the book helps kids learn about brushing and flossing, the effects of sugar on teeth, and the importance of regular visits to the dentist.
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School Visits
We strive to make our school visits engaging, fun, and informative for kids. We hope that by providing kids with the knowledge and tools they need to maintain good oral health, we can help them lead happier, healthier lives. Thank you for considering a school visit from Project SMILE.
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To request a school visit, please fill out the online form. We will review your request and get back to you as soon as possible to confirm availability and schedule a visit.
Resources
Project SMILE provides educational resources to help kids learn about dental health in a fun and engaging way. Our team has developed a variety of lesson plans and activities that are tailored to different age groups and can be used by teachers and parents to help kids learn about dental health at home or in the classroom.
All our resources are available for free on our website, and we encourage teachers and parents to use them to help kids learn about dental health in a fun and engaging way.
Grassroots
Oral health initiatives to start and share in your community. Contact us.
Host GKAS
Hosting a Give Kids A Smile event? Here’s a step-by-step guide to take you from beginning to end. Get promotional materials, legal forms, clinical forms and more.
Smile Tips
Theme Song
We encourage you to check out the theme song for the book, "Plaque is Whack!", which is now available on all major streaming platforms. This catchy tune is sure to get your little ones excited for the release of the book and help them learn the importance of good oral hygiene in a fun and engaging way.
Brush. Floss. Smile. Smile Tips.