The Smile Campaign

The need for proper dental treatment and proper diagnosis of dental treatment is essential for patients with Sickle Cell Disease or the Sickle Cell Trait. Dental treatment or even access to dental treatment is sometimes a challenge for those with Sickle Cell Disease. Our goal is to provide dental care for sickle cell patients who are suffering from episodes that affect their dental hygiene and their smile. With your donation you will help us put a smile on the faces of those who need it the most.

SMILE OF THE YEAR

Walter'S Story

To whom it may concern, I am introducing my story to the public not only to assist me with my issues but also to help inform others with my condition.
My story started when I was young when I was informed after suffering with bone degeneration in my hip which gave me my first diagnosis of sickle cell thalassemia. I knew my life would never be normal.
Due to the many years of a specific diet as well as a cocktail of medication I began to suffer bone deterioration as well as tooth decay. Not only was I suffering tooth decay as well as tooth loss, I realize that my confidence and natural social abilities also begin to suffer. Not only was I losing my teeth and my wonderful smile, but I was also losing my ability to capitalize on my social prowess, and I have a severe loss of confidence due to my tooth loss.
I have worked hard over the years to get myself back into the workforce as well as my need to contribute to society and give back to my community. Right now, I am looking for the ability to restore my smile, my confidence, and my purpose. I feel my purpose is to give back to the community and teach others in my condition that there is always hope.
There is always a need to fight the good fight! - WALTER

Become the next smile of the year by telling us your story!

Donate today in honor of a loved one or someone you know who has Sickle Cell Disease or even the Sickle Cell Trait.

List of Service Areas
Fantastic Smiles
2617 W Holcombe Blvd Suite I,
Houston, TX 77025

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The Potter’s Smile is the only 501c3 in the United States and possibly the world, that addresses the dental issues associated with Sickle Cell Disease and the Sickle Cell Trait. We are dedicated to dental education, dental research, and access to quality dental treatment.

The exact number of people living with Sickle Cell disease (SCD) or the Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) in the United States of America is unknown. Congress passed the National Sickle Cell Anemia Control Act in 1972, and a law passed in 1974 requiring every child born of color to evaluate SCD. Unfortunately, the states were slow to comply, and it was not until 2006 (32 years later) that ALL states were testing. Now we have generations of people living here in the USA that do not know their sickle cell status. SCD can cause complications such as kidney disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.
People may have these complications and may not understand why. The culprit could be SCD! Take this simple survey. One of our goals at The Potters Smile is to survey, test and evaluate for SCD. We believe that the cure is in prevention. The more knowledge you have, the more preventive we can become.
“My people perish from lack of knowledge." Hosea 4:6

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Fantastic Smiles
2617 W Holcombe Blvd Suite I,
Houston, TX 77025

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The Smile Campaign

​TOGETHER WE STAND IN SUPPORT OF SICKLE CELL DISEASE AND THE SICKLE CELL TRAIT!

The Potter’s Smile is the only 501c3 in the United States and possibly the world, that addresses the dental issues associated with Sickle Cell Disease and the Sickle Cell Trait. We are dedicated to dental education, dental research, and access to quality dental treatment.

TOGETHER WE STAND IN SUPPORT OF SICKLE CELL DISEASE AND THE SICKLE CELL TRAIT!