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MISSION: COMAYAGUA, HONDURAS An Eye and Dental Mission January 18 – 29, 2006
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Under the Umbrella of: Lion’s Club Isaac Knapp District Dental Society
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History and Background of the Mission
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The Country One of the poorest in Central America Agricultural economy Haves vs. have-nots Comayagua
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Who We Serve Orphanages in the area Mountain villages
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What We Do Dental screenings Restorative dentistry for children Extractions for children and adults Dental education for orphanage headmasters / teachers
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How We have Grown
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day One – Pre clinical team arrives
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Day Two – Travel to Honduras Our “Week” in the Mission
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Day Three – Unload truck(s) with supplies
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Three – Set up and clean clinic
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Four – Screen patients and free time
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Five through Nine – Patient Treatment
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Nine Evening – Tear down clinic and pack
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Nine Evening – Farewell Meeting and Dinner
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Our “Week” in the Mission Day Ten – Travel back to U. S.
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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.) $1200.00 $1000.00 $200.00 $500.00 $400.00 $3300.00
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In Summation…
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Thank you for your consideration
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