CVIM leverages the generosity of our many clinical volunteers to provide services and offset costs we would otherwise incur by paying wages and benefits. Seven local dentists volunteer their time to treat CVIM patients in our dental clinic each month, and numerous others see patients we refer in their private offices. Despite this generosity, our ability to meet the needs of qualified patients who need dental care falls far short.

CVIM employs a part-time dentist, a full-time dental assistant, and four part-time dental hygienists to ensure our ability to treat patients with the most crucial emergency needs along with other patients. But, even with paid staff, more than 1,600 qualified people are currently waiting for an appointment for CVIM dental services.