More than $2.6 million in Free Dental Care provided to 6,364 Patients across 349 Supported Offices with Help from Trusted Partners, Henry Schein Cares, Leixir Dental Group, Envista, and Colgate.
EFFINGHAM, Ill., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Heartland Dental today announced the success of its fifth annual Companywide Free Dentistry Day, held on September 6, 2025. The nationwide event reflects Heartland Dental’s commitment to giving back and highlights the generosity of supported doctors and teams who provide vital dental care to those who might otherwise go without.
This year’s impact was significant, as Heartland Dental’s network of supported doctors and teams across 349 offices came together to serve 6,364 patients, providing essential services such as cleanings, fillings, and extractions at no cost.
Pat Bauer, Heartland Dental President and CEO, shared pride in the event, stating, “Our supported doctors and team members continue to inspire with their dedication to improving lives in the communities they serve. Companywide Free Dentistry Day demonstrates the power of coming together to remove barriers to care and deliver dentistry that truly makes a difference.”
The event was made possible through the collective support of trusted industry partners including Henry Schein Cares, Leixir Dental Laboratory Group, Envista, and Colgate, who generously donated supplies to ensure that supported doctors had the tools they needed to care for patients in need.
Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein, reflected on Heartland Dental’s initiative, stating, “We value the opportunity to work alongside organizations like Heartland Dental that are making a real difference in the lives of patients. Companywide Free Dentistry Day is a powerful example of how collaboration can break down barriers to care and bring essential dental services to those who need them most.”
Heartland Dental’s commitment to community well-being extends back to 2010 when the Company initiated the Free Dentistry Day program in collaboration with supported offices and supply partners nationwide. Since then, Heartland Dental supported offices have provided over $18 million in free dental care to over 50,000 patients, making a substantial positive impact on countless lives.
For more information about Heartland Dental’s Free Dentistry Days and their ongoing commitment to community health, please visit https://FreeDentistryDay.org.
About Heartland Dental
Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services. What started from the entrepreneurial spirit of Rick Workman, DMD, with his single dental practice, has evolved into affiliating with over 3,000 doctors in over 1,800 locations across 39 states and the District of Columbia. The company is majority owned by KKR, a leading global investment firm. For additional information, please visit heartland.com.
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