About Us

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children was established in 1987 by the AAPD to support and promote education, research, service and policy development that advance the oral health of infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs. Originally named the AAPD Foundation, Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children's endowment is used to assist postdoctoral students in pediatric dentistry, support research projects and fund meaningful education programs that benefit both the profession and the public.

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children is a 501 (c) (3) not for profit organization incorporated under Illinois law. It is governed by a Board of Trustees. All or a portion of your donation may be tax deductible to the extent it exceeds the fair market value of goods or services received in return. To view the goods and services provided in exchange for your contribution, click here. Please consult your tax advisor for specific advice concerning allowable deductions.

For the latest information on the Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children's activities, view the Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children President's Message.

Direct Inquiries To

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children
211 E. Chicago Ave., Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60611-2663
Phone: (312) 337-2169
Fax: (312) 337 6329
E-mail address: hshc@aapd.org

More Information

Mission and Vision for Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children
Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children Board of Trustees