NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release Contact: Mark D. Berman
October 3, 2013 MediaShare Consulting Group 904.838.4962
BEACHES ORTHODONTICS LAUNCHING NON-PROFIT TO PROVIDE ORTHODONTIC CARE TO LOCAL KIDS IN NEED
CELEBRATING ORTHODONTIC HEALTH CARE MONTH, DR. SHREENA PATEL TO
LAUNCH SMILE FOR A LIFETIME SCHOLARSHIP AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS
(Jacksonville Beach, FL) – Dr. Shreena Patel of Beaches Orthodontics announced today that she is launching and running the Jacksonville chapter of Smile for a Lifetime, an international nonprofit organization that provides orthodontic care and free braces to underserved children with financial challenges and special orthodontic needs. Dr. Patel will initially partner with the Boys & Girls Club, and branch out quickly to service the rest of the Jacksonville market.
On October 17, 2013 at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining, Dr. Patel will officially launch the Smile for a Lifetime (S4L) chapter by introducing the Foundation at her annual Practice Party. She will introduce the Foundation’s of Board of Directors. Also in attendance will be a number of Jacksonville dentists, who will be a referral source for S4L patients to her practice. Invited to participate in the event are also Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown and Jacksonville Beach Mayor Charley Latham. The event begins with a reception from 5:30PM - 6:30 PM. Guests will adjourn to the theater for dinner until 7:45. The formal program will begin at 7:45 PM, followed by the Alhambra’s production of Weekend Comedy starring Cindy Williams.
S4L was founded in 2008 by Dr. Benjamin Burris in an effort to link children and teens of low-income families with pro-bono orthodontic scholarships. The foundation has treated more than 1,000 children who could not afford braces, and it has grown to an international nonprofit organization that currently serves more than 137 chapters. Local orthodontists from S4L chapters in the communities they serve are committed to treating at least children/adolescents annually. Local dentists and community service organizations are encouraged to nominate members ages 11-18 who would benefit from the S4L program by visiting www.s4l.org.
Said Dr. Patel, “This is why I am an orthodontist – because I truly believe that what we do not only provides for improved dental health, function and esthetics, but also builds self-esteem, confidence and because of this, I can provide our patients with a better life.” She added, “Thanks to Smile for a Lifetime and Ormco, and as our organization grows and we attract donors, we can provide many kids with orthodontic care who traditionally couldn’t consider it. I want to change lives, and S4L gives me that platform.”
A Jacksonville native, Dr. Shreena Patel currently resides in Jacksonville Beach. She is a graduate of The Bolles School and the University of Florida, where she received her BS in Nutritional Sciences, DMD and her Masters of Science in Orthodontics. She has been practicing orthodontics in the market since 2008. She bought Dr. David Carden’s practice in August of 2011.
The Jacksonville Chapter of Smile for a Lifetime Board of Directors includes:
Mark D. Berman, Managing Partner
MediaShare Consulting Group, Inc.
Jason Burnett
Gray Robinson Attorneys at Law
Dr. Ross Fishman
Fishman Pediatric Dentistry
John Howard, Founder & Senior Partner
Howard & Company Certified Public Accountants P.A.
Craig Smith, Managing Partner
Alhambra Theatre & Dining
Matt Wheeler, Vice President Commercial Banking
First Citizens Bank
Dr. David D. Woods, D.D.S., M.D.
North Florida Oral & Facial Surgery, P.A.
“Finances should never stop a child from achieving the dream of a straight smile and S4L is committed to touching the lives of our youth by awarding thousands of orthodontic scholarships to deserving kids,” said S4L National Board President Dr. Ronald Redmond. S4L scholarships are funded through local orthodontists and primary sponsor Ormco Corporation - a leading
manufacturer and provider of advanced orthodontic technology and services. Ormco provides the orthodontist with the braces used for treating each S4L scholarship recipient.
Said Dr. Patel, “My goal is to truly be involved with the fabric of this community. Our patients are the people who make this community happen – children and adults -- and we want to be deeply involved with the things that are important to them. It is an honor to be part of S4L and I am excited to make this Foundation to part of the community.”
About Dr. Patel & Beaches Orthodontics
Dr. Shreena Patel is proud to give back to her hometown of Jacksonville, one smile at a time. A graduate of The Bolles School, Dr. Patel went on to study at the University of Florida, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional science, as well as her DMD and a Master’s of Science degree in orthodontics. Upon graduating from dental school in 2005, she was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society that recognizes a select group of students who have distinguished themselves in scholarship, character and professionalism. Earlier this year, Dr. Patel was awarded the University of Florida Outstanding Young Alumnus for 2013. In October, she launched the Jacksonville chapter of Smile for a Lifetime, a national not-for-profit organization providing free orthodontic care to underserved children with financial challenges and special orthodontic needs.
Dr. Patel She is trained in a broad range of orthodontic systems and techniques to treat patients of all ages, and is an Invisalign® Premier Provider and Teen Provider, as well as provider of Insignia Braces and Damon Braces. Beaches Orthodontics is located at 3450 South Third Street in Jacksonville Beach. The office can be reached at 904.241.2471 or in the web at patelbeachesorthodontics.com.
About Smile for a Lifetime Foundation
Smile for a Lifetime Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization comprised of local chapters throughout the country that provides quality orthodontic treatment for patients who may not have the opportunity to achieve a beautiful, straight smile without financial assistance.
The mission of S4L is to create self-confidence, inspire hope and change the lives of children in their communities in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, underserved individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and their community. During treatment, many S4L local chapters also encourage scholarship recipients to participate in community service through a “pay it forward” program inspiring young people to participate in lifelong giving.
At Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, it is our mission to create self-confidence, inspire hope, and change the lives of children in our communities in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, underserved individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and their community.
(Jacksonville Beach, FL) – Dr. Shreena Patel of Beaches Orthodontics announced today that she is launching and running the Jacksonville chapter of Smile for a Lifetime, an international nonprofit organization that provides orthodontic care and free braces to underserved children with financial challenges and special orthodontic needs.
Dr. Patel will initially partner with the Boys & Girls Club, and branch out quickly to service the rest of the Jacksonville market.
On October 17, 2013 at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining, Dr. Patel will officially launch the Smile for a Lifetime (S4L) chapter by introducing the Foundation at her annual Practice Party. She will introduce the Foundation’s of Board of Directors. Also in attendance will be a number of Jacksonville dentists, who will be a referral source for S4L patients to her practice. Invited to participate in the event are also Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown and Jacksonville Beach Mayor Charley Latham. The event begins with a reception from 5:30PM - 6:30 PM. Guests will adjourn to the theater for dinner until 7:45. The formal program will begin at 7:45 PM, followed by the Alhambra’s production of Weekend Comedy starring Cindy Williams.
S4L was founded in 2008 by Dr. Benjamin Burris in an effort to link children and teens of low-income families with pro-bono orthodontic scholarships. The foundation has treated more than 1,000 children who could not afford braces, and it has grown to an international nonprofit organization that currently serves more than 137 chapters. Local orthodontists from S4L chapters in the communities they serve are committed to treating at least children/adolescents annually. Local dentists and community service organizations are encouraged to nominate members ages 11-18 who would benefit from the S4L program by visiting www.s4l.org.
Said Dr. Patel, “This is why I am an orthodontist – because I truly believe that what we do not only provides for improved dental health, function and esthetics, but also builds self-esteem, confidence and because of this, I can provide our patients with a better life.” She added, “Thanks to Smile for a Lifetime and Ormco, and as our organization grows and we attract donors, we can provide many kids with orthodontic care who traditionally couldn’t consider it. I want to change lives, and S4L gives me that platform.”
A Jacksonville native, Dr. Shreena Patel currently resides in Jacksonville Beach. She is a graduate of The Bolles School and the University of Florida, where she received her BS in Nutritional Sciences, DMD and her Masters of Science in Orthodontics. She has been practicing orthodontics in the market since 2008. She bought Dr. David Carden’s practice in August of 2011.
The Jacksonville Chapter of Smile for a Lifetime Board of Directors includes:
Mark D. Berman, Managing PartnerMediaShare Consulting Group, Inc.
Jason BurnettGray Robinson Attorneys at Law
Dr. Ross FishmanFishman Pediatric Dentistry
John Howard, Founder & Senior PartnerHoward & Company Certified Public Accountants P.A.
Craig Smith, Managing PartnerAlhambra Theatre & Dining
Matt Wheeler, Vice President Commercial BankingFirst Citizens Bank
Dr. David D. Woods, D.D.S., M.D.North Florida Oral & Facial Surgery, P.A.
“Finances should never stop a child from achieving the dream of a straight smile and S4L is committed to touching the lives of our youth by awarding thousands of orthodontic scholarships to deserving kids,” said S4L National Board President Dr. Ronald Redmond. S4L scholarships are funded through local orthodontists and primary sponsor Ormco Corporation - a leading manufacturer and provider of advanced orthodontic technology and services. Ormco provides the orthodontist with the braces used for treating each S4L scholarship recipient.
Said Dr. Patel, “My goal is to truly be involved with the fabric of this community. Our patients are the people who make this community happen – children and adults -- and we want to be deeply involved with the things that are important to them. It is an honor to be part of S4L and I am excited to make this Foundation to part of the community.”
About Dr. Patel & Beaches Orthodontics
Dr. Shreena Patel is proud to give back to her hometown of Jacksonville, one smile at a time. A graduate of The Bolles School, Dr. Patel went on to study at the University of Florida, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional science, as well as her DMD and a Master’s of Science degree in orthodontics. Upon graduating from dental school in 2005, she was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society that recognizes a select group of students who have distinguished themselves in scholarship, character and professionalism. Earlier this year, Dr. Patel was awarded the University of Florida Outstanding Young Alumnus for 2013. In October, she launched the Jacksonville chapter of Smile for a Lifetime, a national not-for-profit organization providing free orthodontic care to underserved children with financial challenges and special orthodontic needs.Dr. Patel She is trained in a broad range of orthodontic systems and techniques to treat patients of all ages, and is an Invisalign® Premier Provider and Teen Provider, as well as provider of Insignia Braces and Damon Braces. Beaches Orthodontics is located at 3450 South Third Street in Jacksonville Beach. The office can be reached at 904.241.2471 or in the web at patelbeachesorthodontics.com.
About Smile for a Lifetime Foundation
Smile for a Lifetime Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization comprised of local chapters throughout the country that provides quality orthodontic treatment for patients who may not have the opportunity to achieve a beautiful, straight smile without financial assistance.The mission of S4L is to create self-confidence, inspire hope and change the lives of children in their communities in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, underserved individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and their community. During treatment, many S4L local chapters also encourage scholarship recipients to participate in community service through a “pay it forward” program inspiring young people to participate in lifelong giving.
At Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, it is our mission to create self-confidence, inspire hope, and change the lives of children in our communities in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, underserved individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and their community.
