“In surveys ranking the 10 highest unmet needs for homeless Veterans, dental care was consistently ranked as one of their top three unmet needs.”

Welcome to the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM)
TUSDM Cares for Veterans Program

We are dedicated to improving the oral health of vulnerable veterans in the Greater Boston area. Founded in 2019, formally known as Service with a Smile, TUSDM Cares for Veterans is a student run organization giving back to our community.

At TUSDM, we partner with veteran resource centers and homeless shelters in the Greater Boston area to provide dental services to veterans in need at minimal or no cost to them depending on procedure.

“Dental problems, such as pain and/or missing teeth can be tremendous barriers in seeking and obtaining employment.”