WHAT:

Dr. Lee Weinstein, a leading Arizona pediatric dentist(http://www.littlewhitetooth.com/) in Scottsdale, and his practice, DentalAssociates for Kids Only (DAFKO), will be offering a FOURTH Free Children'sDental Day on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. MST.

The first three Free Children's Dental Days Dr. Weinstein held August,April and February of 2008 resulted in his practice providing comprehensiveexams, cleanings, fluoride treatments and necessary x-rays to more than 150children. He and his staff have donated approximately $24,000 worth ofservices between the three events and have received rave reviews from parents,patients and pediatricians.

For the Fourth Free Children's Dental Day, the first 30 patients who calland schedule appointments will receive comprehensive exams, cleanings,fluoride treatments and necessary x-rays free of charge. Dr. Weinstein willalso discuss homecare, nutrition and diet counseling with patients and theirparents.

WHERE:

12020 East Shea Blvd., Suite 8, Scottsdale, AZ 85259

Phone: 480-767-5600. Map, health-related information, office tour,etc.: http://www.littlewhitetooth.com.

HOW: Parents should call to schedule an appointment ASAP: 480-767-5600. INTERESTING BACKGROUND:

In addition to having the Southwest's largest toothpaste collection ofmore than 250 tubes from every corner of the globe, Dr. Weinstein'stravel-themed office entertains, distracts and engages kids of all ages withpostcards from around the world, clocks showing various time zones, worldmaps, 100 hotel room keys, old suitcases, video games, movies and prizes.

ADDITIONAL STORY IDEAS:

Most kids are afraid of the dentist and other doctors because of bad earlyexperiences. To help his patients, Dr. Weinstein also educates their parentsby:

1) Giving them five strategies to help their kids overcome fear of dentists and doctors; 2) Recommending five key things to look for when selecting a healthcare professional for their kids; 3) Explaining the differences between a general dentist and pediatric dentist; and 4) Offering six tips for caring for their kids' teeth at home. MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Sherman, SHERMAN communications & marketing, inc. P: 708-445-8598, E: jason@shermancm.com, W: http://www.shermancm.comSOURCE Dental Associates for Kids Only