Nuance Medical recently had the honor of donating HurriCaine 20% Benzocaine Topical Anesthetic, which helps relieve oral pain quickly and effectively, to help support an incredible organization that’s transforming lives one smile at a time.
TeamSmile is a national nonprofit that combines the excitement of professional sports with the critical mission of delivering free dental care to underserved children.
Changing Lives Through Dentistry and Sports
TeamSmile is the nation’s premier advocacy group connecting oral health professionals with professional sports teams to provide life-changing dental care to children who might not otherwise have access. But this isn’t your typical dental clinic.
Imagine walking into a stadium instead of a dental office. You’re greeted by players, cheerleaders, mascots, face painters, and music. The atmosphere is electric. And in the middle of it all, children are receiving the dental care they need completely free of charge.
That’s the magic of TeamSmile. They take the fear out of dentistry and make it fun.
The Impact Is Real
Since launching in 2007, TeamSmile has:
- Hosted over 325 programs
- Served more than 60,000 children
- Delivered over $23 million in free dental care and oral health education
Each event serves about 250 kids and brings together 125–175 volunteers—including dentists, hygienists, and community members—to provide between $75,000 and $125,000 in vital care.
A Tragedy That Sparked a Movement
TeamSmile was born out of heartbreak. In 2007, a national news story reported the death of a young boy who died from an untreated tooth infection—an entirely preventable tragedy caused by a lack of access to dental care.
Dr. Bill Busch, a Kansas City dentist, was moved to action. With the help of the Kansas City Chiefs, the very first TeamSmile event took place later that year. It was the beginning of a movement that’s still growing strong today.
Creating Long-Term Change
The mission doesn’t stop after a single visit. Through its Dental Home Project, powered by DentaQuest, TeamSmile connects at-risk children with local dental providers who accept Medicaid or offer free ongoing care.
So far, nearly 6,000 children have been paired with long-term dental homes, ensuring their healthy smiles last well beyond a one-day event.
Why We Chose to Support TeamSmile
We believe every child deserves access to essential healthcare, and dental health is a huge part of that. TeamSmile’s unique approach—merging sports, fun, and serious care—delivers not just treatment, but hope, confidence, and joy.
We’re proud to support their mission, and we encourage others to learn more about how they’re changing lives, communities, and futures.
👉 Learn more or get involved: www.teamsmile.org