SEEN&HEARD Members making news and news for GDA members. In an exciting new initiative, local Atlanta dentist Dr. Zerita C. Buchanan has teamed up with Listerine, Grammy-winning artist Common, and acclaimed Black artists Frank Morrison and Hebru Brantley to tackle the diversity gap in dentistry. Dr. Buchanan, a fourth-generation dentist, and Spelman College alumna has partnered with Listerine to create two limited-edition bottles aimed at raising awareness and support for increasing Black representation in oral healthcare. These special bottles are now available at Target. The initiative supports Dr. Buchanan’s nonprofit, the Increasing Diversity in Dentistry (IDID) Pipeline Program. IDID, a 501(c)(3) organization, addresses racial disparities in the dental workforce by mentoring and nurturing underrepresented minority predental students. This year, Listerine’s partnership will provide crucial support for students through test preparation, application assistance, scholarships, and practice grants. More information about the campaign can be found here: https://www.listerine.com/whoacollection GDA Member Dr. Zerita C. Buchanan Takes Bold Steps to Advance Diversity in Dentistry Dr. Hansford completed residencies and is board-certified in both pediatric dentistry and dental anesthesiology. He provides anesthesia services for pediatric and special needs patients in Newnan, Atlanta, and Athens. His private practice, Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry, in Watkinsville hosts quarterly community outreach days for patients who cannot afford treatment and are not candidates for treatment at Mercy Health Center due to their young age. Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry is proud to partner with UGA’s Dental Minority Dawgs who have been essential in coordinating volunteer efforts for the practice during outreach events, and routine workdays, and have shared Dr. John Timothy Hansford DMD, a proud GDA member, works to increase access for those facing barriers to dental care. the work opportunities with other students interested in a career involving anesthesiology. “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.“ — Winston Churchill | 17 Nov 2024
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