SYCAMORE – On Saturday, Nov. 10, Collins Dental Group P.C. provided veterans and their immediate families with free dental exams and cleanings, as well as certain dental procedures, such as extractions and fillings. The practice saw nearly 100 patients and provided more than $23,000 worth of dental work that day.

Veterans of all ages and their families took advantage of the event, the first of its kind for the dental group. Most veterans are provided with medical care programs once they return to the U.S., but dental care is sometimes not an option for them financially.
Collins Dental Group saw a need for dental care assistance in the local veteran community.

Vets were greeted by the local VFW post commander and regional recruitment officer, who explained some of the benefits available to them and invited them to enter a drawing for a new American flag. Throughout the day, Dr. Dennis Collins and many of the staff came out to the waiting room to greet the veterans and their families and thank them for their service.