HONOLULU (HI Now) - Smile Makers, a workforce development program by the HDS Foundation, inspires Hawaii’s students to pursue careers in dentistry—helping them build meaningful futures while strengthening the state’s dental workforce. Through partnerships with local dentists, outreach events, and schools, Smile Makers introduces students to the many rewarding career paths in oral health. By encouraging students to remain in or return to Hawaii, the program addresses local dental shortages, ensures access to care, and empowers the next generation to serve their communities while thriving in Hawaii.
For more information, visit HDSFoundation.gives/smilemakers and on social media @hawaiidentalservice
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