MISSION: COMAYAGUA, HONDURAS An Eye and Dental Mission January 18 – 29, 2006
Under the Umbrella of: Lion’s Club Isaac Knapp District Dental Society
History and Background of the Mission
The Country One of the poorest in Central America Agricultural economy Haves vs. have-nots Comayagua
Who We Serve Orphanages in the area Mountain villages
What We Do Dental screenings Restorative dentistry for children Extractions for children and adults Dental education for orphanage headmasters / teachers
How We have Grown
Our “Week” in the Mission Day One – Pre clinical team arrives
Day Two – Travel to Honduras Our “Week” in the Mission
Day Three – Unload truck(s) with supplies
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Three – Set up and clean clinic
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Four – Screen patients and free time
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Five through Nine – Patient Treatment
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Nine Evening – Tear down clinic and pack
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Nine Evening – Farewell Meeting and Dinner
Our “Week” in the Mission Day Ten – Travel back to U. S.
Our Needs Restorative supplies Air-driven handpieces Sterilization solutions Disposable instruments Misc. (x-rays, sutures, disposable trays, gauze etc.) Total Funds Needed (less dentist contribution for toothbrushes, gloves, instruments, etc.) $ $ $ $ $ $
In Summation…
Thank you for your consideration