On August 18, Dr. Constantin participated in the first Mission of Mercy event held in Minnesota. Dr. Constantin joined the efforts of hundreds of volunteers to provide those in need with adequate dental care.
Hosted by the Minnesota Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Foundation, the Mission of Mercy event took place in Mankato and delivered $1.3 million worth of free dental care to more than 2000 patients, adults and children. The Verizon Wireless Center in Mankato was transformed into a giant temporary dental office that included over 25,000 square feet of space with over 125 portable dental chairs, 16 sterilization units, and 10 x-ray units. The signature sponsor of the event was Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation.
Mission of Mercy was the culmination of two years of planning by Minnesota dentists who were concerned about the growing number of adults and children not receiving proper care. The Minnesota Dental Foundation raised more than $319,000 in donations to cover the costs of the event.
