Keep Veterans Smiling
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 2026
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dr. Sam Nechamkin
(903) 868-9850
Dan Acree
ACREE CREATIVE
(903) 624-3003
TEXOMA MILITARY VETERANS INVITED TO RECEIVE FREE DENTAL CARE SEPTEMBER 15
Keep Veterans Smiling Day Offers Free Cleanings, Fillings or Extractions
SHERMAN, TEXAS — U.S. Military Veterans throughout the Texoma area are invited to receive free dental treatment during the annual Keep Veterans Smiling Day on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Dr. Sam’s Premier Dentistry, 1005 E. Sara Swamy Drive in Sherman.
The annual event is sponsored by the Keep Veterans Smiling private foundation and provides qualified Texoma Veterans with no-cost basic dental treatment, recognizing and giving back to those who have served.
Veterans may receive one of three basic dental services: a cleaning, a filling or an extraction.
Treatment will be provided on a walk-up, first-come, first-served basis beginning at 8:00 AM. No appointments are necessary or accepted. Veterans should arrive early and sign in no later than 3:00 PM.
“Our goal is to give back to these Americans who put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms,” said Dr. Sam Nechamkin, founder of Keep Veterans Smiling. “By dedicating an entire day to our Veterans and keeping the treatment choices simple, we can help as many people as possible.”
Keep Veterans Smiling was established by Dr. Nechamkin in 2016 to provide free and low-cost dental treatment for U.S. Military Veterans living in the Texoma area. Since the foundation was established, more than 600 Veterans have received dental services through the program.
The annual event is held on the third Tuesday of September. The goal is to provide basic dental treatment to as many Veterans as possible during the day, with staff typically able to serve up to 100 Veterans.
Who Qualifies for Treatment?
Any person living in the Texoma area who honorably served in a branch of the United States Military is eligible to participate.
No appointments are accepted. Veterans will be treated in the order in which they arrive and register. There is no cost for the Veteran’s choice of a cleaning, filling or extraction.
Some patients with certain medical conditions may need to consult with a physician before treatment. Veterans are encouraged to review the program’s pre-treatment information before arriving for care.
Additional Help for Veterans Needing Extensive Treatment
Keep Veterans Smiling recognizes that some Veterans require dental care that cannot be completed during a single day.
Throughout the year, Veterans may apply for consideration for a more extensive dental treatment plan. Family members, friends, and other concerned individuals may also submit an application on behalf of a Veteran.
Veterans selected for extensive treatment receive a complete review, a written treatment plan, and dental services at no charge. Applications and recommendations received by the deadline are reviewed by the professional staff, with selections based on need and the time required to perform the treatment.
For more information about Keep Veterans Smiling Day, eligibility requirements, pre-treatment information, or applications for extensive dental treatment, visit KeepVeteransSmiling.org or call (903) 868-9850.
KEEP VETERANS SMILING NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
1005 E. Sara Swamy Drive Sherman, Texas 75090 (903) 868-9850
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