NM Mission of Mercy (NM MOM) is a two-day large-scale dental clinic where dental treatment is provided at no cost to individuals who cannot access and/or afford dental care. This event is completely volunteer driven and is possible because of the generous support of our sponsors and volunteers.
The New Mexico Dental Association Foundation is committed to the safety of our patients and volunteers. We are closely monitoring all federal, state and local COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations from the American Dental Association.
McGee Park San Juan County Fairground
Farmington, NM
September 23 & 24, 2022
Walk-ins available at the door.
McGee Park San Juan County Fairground
Farmington, NM
September 23 & 24, 2022
Schedule an appointment today!
There is no charge for treatment received.
Arrive 30 min prior to your appointment time.
Walk-ins available at the door.
Patient Information
LOCATION
San Juan County McGee Park Convention Center
41 Rd 5568, Farmington, NM 87401 (map)
TIME
The clinic doors open at 5:15 am on September 23rd & 24th.
Walk-ins will be accepted at the door until clinic capacity is reached.
PARKING
From US HWY 64 go south on county road 5568 (Entrance to SunRay Casino) and follow the signs for patient parking at the convention center. Patient parking will be on the east side of the convention center.
CLINIC DATES
Friday, September 23, 2022
Saturday, September 24, 2022
WHO SHOULD COME?
Adults and children who do not have access to dental care.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
NO ONE should wait until our NM MOM event to seek critical dental or medical attention, as this could lead to serious health consequences.
SERVICES PROVIDED
Dental volunteers can provide basic care such as fillings, extractions, and cleanings. Limited lab work and limited root canal therapy will be offered if volunteers are available to provide the services. Due to the volume of expected patients and time constraints, we may not be able to take care of all of your dental needs but will do our best to get you out of pain. A dentist will perform a triage to determine which procedure(s) would most benefit each patient.
NM MOM volunteers cannot treat patients with some specific medically compromising conditions, such as extremely high blood pressure. All potential NM MOM patients will receive oral health education and a medical screening before any treatment is performed.
Vision screenings, and basic medical care and consultations will be available at the event.
Patients requiring extractions and other services will receive instructions, along with a phone number, should a patient experience complication in the days immediately following NM MOM. Patients will be referred to a dentist who has agreed to see NM MOM patients for emergency follow-up care.
IS EMERGENCY TREATMENT PROVIDED?
NO ONE should wait until our NM MOM event to seek critical dental or medical attention, as this could lead to serious health consequences.
Most patients are suffering and in pain, so we do not take anyone out of turn.
REQUIREMENTS FOR TREATMENT
No identification required; however, you will be required to register as a patient. Demographic information collected will be used in aggregate so that we have statistics about who we serve.
Patients will be required to complete and sign a waiver.
WHAT TO BRING
The line to enter the clinic will be outside so dress appropriately for weather conditions.
Food and drinks will not be provided. Be prepared for a long day. Bring snacks and water.
You will wait your turn to enter the clinic, and then wait to see the dentists and/or dental hygienists so bring phone, reading, crossword puzzles, or other items to fill your time.
You will only be allowed to bring one small personal item (purse or backpack) into the clinic.
Pets are not allowed.
CHILDCARE
Free childcare will be provided for all patients receiving care. Drinks and snacks will be provided for the children.
ARE TRANSLATORS AVAILABLE?
Yes, translators will be available in both Spanish and other languages as volunteers are available.
Patient Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect at NM MOM?
Once capacity has been reached, the clinic doors will be closed to walk-in appointments, and a sign will be placed outside as notification to others.
Once inside, all potential patients will receive oral health education and receive a medical screening before any treatment is performed. NM MOM volunteers cannot treat patients with some specific medically compromising conditions, such as extremely high blood pressure.
From medical triage, patients will be escorted to dental triage where a dentist will talk with them about recommended treatment. Once inside the facility, each potential patient that is healthy enough to receive treatment will receive one service at NM MOM. We, unfortunately, may not be able to take care of all of your dental needs, but will do our best to get you out of pain. Patients who wish to have medical treatment or a consultation can make the decision during medical triage. Medical treatment will not impact dental treatment but may increase your over all time in the clinic.
After dental triage, patients will be taken to routing, where the patient will be given a numbered card(s) that tells the patient their place in line for the appropriate treatment area.
Once patients have received treatment, they will be escorted, as appropriate, to a post-op area where a dentist will explain proper post-treatment care and answer any questions. From there, all patients will be taken to data entry and patient exit.
Patients must maintain their place in line and cannot be gone for a long period of time for any reason. They will be escorted, as necessary, by a volunteer for restroom and smoking breaks.
How long should I expect to wait in line?
Once the total numbers of patients we can see each day have been registered, no additional patients can be seen. If you are a walk-in, please be prepared to wait in line for several hours.
We are taking appointments, but walk-ins are welcome.
How long should I expect to be in the clinic?
Patients seeking treatment at NM MOM should be prepared to spend several hours at the event. If you are not available when your number is called for treatment, we will move on to the next patient.
I'm not from New Mexico. Can I still receive services at NM MOM?
Yes. We will help as many people each day as we can until we reach capacity with no questions asked.
Who is paying for all of this free dental care?
NM MOM is entirely volunteer run and sponsor/donation based. We have received very generous contributions from our NM MOM partners that allow us to bring in the equipment and supplies necessary for the clinic. Everyone working at the clinic is volunteering their time and talents. The services are absolutely free to patients.
Supporters
PRIME SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
Dr. Jennifer Thompson Burke
BRONZE SPONSORS
3M ESPE
AAIC
Albuquerque District Dental Society
Affordable Dentures & Implants
Basin Health Companies
Brasseler
Brycon Corporation
The Cates Team at RBC Wealth Management
Church's Chicken Farmington
Citizen's Bank
City of Farmington
Clacy's Pub an Irish Cantina
Dr. James Cole
Colgate
Colten Whaledent
Convention Services of the Southwest, Inc.
Dentsply Sirona
Eastern District Dental Society
Edge Endo, LLC
Farmington Convention & Visitors Bureau
Dr. Lisa Gangarosa
GC America
Henry Schein Cares Foundation
Ivoclar Vivadent, Inc.
Kerr Dental
Sally Ann Little
Manna Al Fresco
McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds
Merrion Family Foundation
Moving Soluntions, Inc.
Northwest District Dental Society
Patterson Foundation
Kent & Linda Paul
Peak Production Corporation
Porter's Restaurant and Smokehouse
Premier Dental
Process Equipment & Service Co., Inc.
Professional Protector® Plan for Dentists
San Juan Regional Medical Center
Victoria and Jim Sandbothe
Santa Fe District Dental Society
Dr. Brett Schow
Septodont
Chuck and Shireen Shackelford
Southwest Dental Refining, LLC
Southwest District Dental Society
Dr. Donna Thompson
Tres Rios Dental Hygiene Society
Trilogy MedWaste
United Heathcare
US Eagle Credit Union
VOCO
Fred Watson
Zahn
CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS
James and Jan Archey
Aspen Leaf Yogurt
BA Chapter, P.E.O
Boon's Family Thai BBQ
Clarence & Syvil Burke
Capital Business Systems, Inc.
Carniceria Sonora Meat Market
Costa Vida
Dental Cooperative
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Domino's Pizza
Dunkin donuts
Durango Joes Coffee
Epic Energy, LLC
Firehouse Subs, San Juan Plaza
Jimmy John's
Johnny O's Spudnuts
Los Rios Cafe
McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Soluntions LLC
Molina Healthcare
Dr. Art Montoya
Natural Grocers
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Oso Grande
Outback Steakhouse
Penske Truck Rental
Pocketstone Backery & Cafe
Pop It!
Procter & Gamble/Oral B
Emily Rascoe
Red Mesa Trading Company
San Juan College Dental Hygiene Program
Megan Sandbothe
Serrano's Inc.
Si Senor Restaurant
Subway - 20th Street
Subway - 2100 Bloomfield Hwy
Sunstar America
Sunstar America
Synergy Operating LLC
Target
Texas Roadhouse
Joyce Thompson
Tortillas dona Maria
Village Inn
Walsh Engineering & Production
Weststar Mortgage Corporation
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