S4L Central Arkansas Names President and Secretary

Chris Young, Region Manager for Arkansas/Memphis with Henry Schein Dental has been named President of the Smile for a Lifetime, Central Arkansas Chapter. He is a natural fit - being senior management for Henry Schein (Forbes says that the company is the most admired for social responsibility in the health care industry) he knows what it takes to be involved in his community and make a difference in people's lives. We are excited that he is willing to put in the time and effort it takes to give the gift of a smile to children in Central Arkansas.
Jill Johnson has been named Secretary/Treasurer for S4L, Central Arkansas. Jill is the director of Saline County Boys and Girls Club and also has a long history of serving her community in various capacities. She is experienced in several areas that are critical to the success of S4L and we are truly fortunate that she is willing to do the heavy lifting that is required for the foundation to succeed.
Thanks to you both.

S4L at the AAO Meeting in Boston: Come See Us at Booth 1445

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation is gearing up for the American Association of Orthodontists annual session in Boston this weekend. Several board members and the Executive Director will be on hand to answer questions and take applications. Stop by booth 1445 and check out the kiosk.

Smile for a Lifetime Mentioned in NY Times Article

The Thursday, April 16th edition of the New York Times has an article about braces that mentions Smile for a Lifetime Foundation. We are so excited to get this kind of exposure for the foundation and have had a very nice response. Check it out...
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/16/fashion/16SKIN.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=many%20cutbacks%20but%20not%20for%20straight%20teeth&st=cse

Kaley Johnson Started Treatment Today!

Smile for a Lifetime, Central Arkansas started treatment on the first recipient of free orthodontic care, Kaley Johnson, today! We are excited that she has started her journey toward the smile of her dreams...

Also, the first edition of the S4L Central Arkansas newsletter is now available. In it, you can learn more about what an awesome person Kaley is as well as details about S4L Central Arkansas and how you can get involved. If you would like a copy of the newsletter emailed to you, shoot me an email at bgbdds@yahoo.com .

Dr. David Carter - S4L President

The Early Show on CBS is seeking "Angels" - people who are selflessly doing amazing things for others. I cannot think of a better example of an "Angel" than Dr. David Carter, an orthodontist in Augusta, GA. David has been elected President of Smile for a Lifetime Foundation's National Board of Directors. It is a herculean task and he spends untold hours coordinating and organizing S4L as we roll out nationally. It is only through his generosity, determination and skill that Smile for a Lifetime has and will continue the transformation from a small regional charity to the nationwide organization giving THOUSANDS of children a year free braces and the gift of a smile. Please take a little time and go to

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/04/03/earlyshow/main4916950.shtml

and write something to let CBS know what a superstar Dr. Carter is.

Thanks so much for all your help - your input makes a difference...

April Newsletter for S4L NE Arkansas/Bootheel of MO Available

The newsletter is out and is packed with great stories, quotes and photos. If you didn't get a copy emailed to you, just shoot me an email with "newsletter request" in the subject line and I'll send one your way bgbdds@yaho.com

S4L Central Arkansas Announces Board of Directors and First Recipient of Braces

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, Central Arkansas held a press conference today in Benton, AR today to announce the members of the Board of Directors and the first recipient of free orthodontic treatment, Kaley Johnson. Kayley is an 11th grader at Harmony Grove High School and is very involved school, cheer leading and her church. She was described as "a conscientious young lady with great potential", in a glowing letter of recommendation by Susie Simmons (Harmony Grove School Counselor) and is held in high regard by all that know her. Her father filled out the application and ended it with, "Please give Kaley the smile I could not!". We are so happy to be able to fulfill Kaley's dreams and give her a beautiful smile.

(photo of Kayle Johnson, her father and Ben Burris)

The members of the Board of Directors were also announced at the press conference and include:

From Benton, AR
Dr. Justin Bethel
Stephanie Casady
Tammy Chastain
Jill Johnson
Whit Jones

From Hot Springs, AR
Dr. Nicholas Van Bebber
Dr. Edward Cooper
Leslie G. Sarver
Pat Switzer
Jen Waid

From Pine Bluff, AR
Misti Williams-Rodruguez
Roderick O. Shelby, Sr

From Little Rock, AR
Chris Young

Thanks so much for all the time and effort donated by the board members, to Aimee Spencer (National Executive Director of S4L) and to Raven Goodrich (Regional Director for S4L) . Also a special thanks goes to Judge Herzfeld for allowing us to use his courtroom and to Stephanie Casady for arranging the locale. We are very excited for Central Arkansas and know that the applications will continue to pour in. Please email Aimee Spencer for an application smileforalifetime@yahoo.com or stop by Central Arkansas Orthodontic Associates in Benton or Hot Springs (501) 321-0560.