Dr. Randy Mitchmore, DDS Gives Back" To Domestic Violence Victims

Local dentist, and owner of Lifesmiles, Randy R. Mitchmore, DDS has agreed to volunteer his services for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD) Give Back A Smile Program (GBAS) to heal the effects of domestic violence by providing free consultation and dental treatment to restore the smiles of survivors.

(PRWEB) February 6, 2005 -- Local dentist, and owner of Lifesmiles, Randy R. Mitchmore, DDS has agreed to volunteer his services for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD) Give Back A Smile Program (GBAS) to heal the effects of domestic violence by providing free consultation and dental treatment to restore the smiles of survivors.

With more than 5 million people affected by domestic violence in America each year, AACD dentist like Mitchmore provide a valuable service to their communities. By correcting the dental damage caused by abuse, survivors not only regain a smile but self esteem and ultimately rejuvenated lives.

How the Program Works

- Domestic violence survivors who have suffered dental injuries as a direct result of the abuse can contact the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) by calling the GBAS national toll-free number, 800 773 4227. All applicants must apply for the program through the NCADV.
- The survivor then undergoes screening sessions with the NCADV and a local counselor of his or her choice to determine if he or she is eligible for the program.
- If eligible, the survivor is then referred to the AACD for acceptance. The AACD connects the survivor with a local GBAS volunteer who provides treatment at no charge.
For complete details visit the GBAS website www.givebackasmile.com

In July 2001, the AACD was one of only eight organizations in the world to receive the Award of Excellence and the prestigious Associations Advance America Summit Award for its GBAS program. The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) of Washington, DC sponsors this yearly national competition to recognize the charitable organizations that make the most effort to advance American society.

A native Houstonian, Dr. Mitchmore has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years. After receiving a Bachelors degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown he received the doctorate degree from the University of Texas in Houston. He was honored to be named a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry based on his continuing postgraduate education.

Advanced dental education has been from the Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, the Center for Professional Development in Scottsdale, Arizona and the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Cosmetic Studies.

His community involvements have been city councilman in Cleveland for three elected terms, Rotary Club President, Cub Master, Chairman of the Cleveland Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees, Board Member for Tri-County Mental Health Mental Retardation, and currently a Board member for Bering-Omega Community Services.

For more information on the Give Back A Smile program and Dr Mitchmores Lifesmiles call 713 529 9300 or visit www.lifesmiles.us.

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