HAPPENING FRIDAY: Dentistry from the Heart offers free dental care

BOLIVIA, NC (WWAY) — Hundreds of people without dental insurance will get a chance for the care they need Friday in Brunswick County.

The dentists at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry will host the county’s 5th annual Dentistry from the Heart event at its office at 3071 Southport-Supply Road in Bolivia. It provides a free day of dental care to more than 200 residents with many lining up the night before for the opportunity.

Since its inception, Dentistry from the Heart has grown to include more than 200 annual events nationwide and provided more than 45,000 people with free dental care services.

Last year, the team at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry, volunteers and sponsors provided the 202 patients with a free extraction, filling or cleaning.

Dr. Aaron Wilharm stopped by Good Morning Carolina Monday to talk about the event. Check out the video above to learn more.