Orthivaro in the community

Healthier Smiles in Every Community

From free school screenings to fully funded braces for kids who need them most, every Orthivaro clinic gives back to the neighborhood it serves.

  • 3,100+ free treatments
  • Active in all 36 states
Orthivaro volunteers in teal shirts handing toothbrush kits to smiling kids at an outdoor school event

Our programs

Six Ways We Give Back

Each program is run locally by the doctors and teams who live in your community — and funded by Orthivaro, never by patient fees.

Free School Smile Screenings

Our orthodontists visit elementary and middle schools for quick, no-cost bite checks — with a take-home note for parents in English and Spanish.

Smiles for Good

Full orthodontic treatment at no cost for kids and teens whose families couldn’t otherwise afford it — braces, aligners and retainers included.

Bright Futures Scholarships

Every spring we award $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors headed to college or trade school, with extra awards for future dental professionals.

Hometown Team Sponsorships

From Little League to high-school marching bands, our clinics sponsor more than 1,100 local teams and clubs every year.

Mouthguard Fitting Days

Free sport mouthguards and fittings for youth athletes before football, soccer and basketball seasons — braces-friendly sizes included.

Brush Up Toothbrush Drives

Back-to-school and holiday drives that put toothbrushes, floss and fluoride toothpaste in the hands of kids through food banks and shelters.

Smiling girl with braces giving a thumbs up from the orthodontic chair

Our flagship program

Smiles for Good

Since 2015, Smiles for Good has given more than 3,100 kids and teens complete orthodontic treatment at no cost to their families. Every Orthivaro clinic sponsors at least one patient each year.

  • Who it’s for

    Kids ages 8–18 with a clear orthodontic need whose household income makes treatment out of reach.

  • What’s covered

    Exams, X-rays, braces or aligners, every adjustment visit and a set of retainers — 100% covered.

  • How it works

    Nominations are reviewed every quarter. Selected families meet their local orthodontist for a free exam within a few weeks.

Nominate Someone

Our Impact So Far

  • 3,100+

    kids treated free through Smiles for Good

  • 260K+

    free school & community smile screenings

  • 1.4M

    toothbrushes donated to local families

  • $850K

    in Bright Futures scholarships awarded

Teen girl with braces giving her dad a high-five at the clinic

A Smiles for Good story

Sofía’s Smile, Back in Every Photo

“Braces were always a ‘someday’ thing for our family. Her school nurse nominated her, and a few weeks later Dr. Ahmed’s team had a plan. Sofía doesn’t cover her mouth when she laughs anymore.”
Luis G.Sofía’s dad · Mesa, AZ

Get involved

Know a Child or a School We Should Meet?

Teachers, nurses, counselors, coaches and parents can all reach our Community team. We reply to every request within 10 business days.

Nominate a child for Smiles for Good

Tell us a little about the child and why treatment would make a difference. Please include:

  • The child’s first name, age and city
  • Your relationship (teacher, nurse, parent…)
  • A parent or guardian’s phone or email

Send a Nomination

Request a free school screening

Open to public, private and charter schools, Head Start programs and community health fairs. We bring:

  • A licensed orthodontist and clinical team
  • Bilingual take-home notes for every parent
  • Toothbrush kits for every student screened

Request a Screening

Looking for a team or event sponsor? Sponsorships are handled by each local clinic. Find the clinic nearest you and ask for the office manager — or send us a note and we’ll connect you.

Every smile has potential

Start With a Free Consultation

Not sure if your child needs treatment? A free visit with one of our orthodontists gives you clear answers — and a plan only if it’s needed.

  • Free exam, digital X-rays and 3D scan
  • Free Rising Star growth checkups for kids 7+
Mother hugging her smiling son who wears braces
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