Brady Dental Group Gives Free Care to Veterans
Dozens of veterans received cleanings, crowns, dentures and extractions at the fifth annual Smiles for Freedom event in Amarillo.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Brady Dental Group held its fifth annual Smiles for Freedom event in Amarillo, Texas, providing dental services to veterans at no cost. Dozens of veterans received care on Friday, with dentists and staff volunteering their time.
Why it matters
Dr. Kimberly Gilbert said veterans do not receive enough dental work, and the event aims to fill that gap for local former service members. The annual event addresses unmet dental needs among veterans in the Amarillo area.
Organizers expected to serve about 70 veterans at the fifth annual event, with preparations beginning roughly three months in advance. The source does not report the final count of veterans treated or the total dollar value of donated services.
The players
Brady Dental Group
A dental practice in Amarillo, Texas, that organizes the annual Smiles for Freedom event for veterans.
Dr. Kimberly Gilbert
A dentist who spoke about the event and said veterans do not receive enough dental work.
Lone Star Oral Surgery
An oral surgery practice that provided additional support to the Smiles for Freedom event.
The details
Dentists and staff volunteered their time to provide cleanings, crowns, dentures and extractions at no cost. Local businesses, dental labs and Lone Star Oral Surgery provided additional support, and patients receive follow-up care after treatment.
Timeline
Friday, November 6, 2026: Smiles for Freedom event provided free dental care to dozens of veterans.
About three months before the event: Organizer preparations begin.
Philanthropy Landscape
Charitable dental programs for veterans operate alongside federal VA dental care, which has long been limited in scope for many former service members. Smiles for Freedom extends free services into the Amarillo community as a privately funded supplement.
Veterans in Amarillo who need cleanings, crowns, dentures or extractions can seek care through community events like this one. Patients also receive follow-up care after their treatments, which can support ongoing dental health.
The takeaway
Community dental events can help veterans access care that is often out of reach, and volunteer participation is what makes them possible. Veterans seeking dental help may look for similar local programs.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC4 - Amarillo.
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