Dental Clinics

Oral health is a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of well-being, particularly in refugee communities where access to dental care is limited. Untreated dental issues can lead to chronic pain, infections, and long-term health complications, hindering a child’s ability to eat, sleep, and concentrate in school. For many displaced children, something as simple as a toothache can become a crippling barrier to daily life.

At Relief Across Borders, we believe that every child deserves the right to a healthy smile, free from pain and preventable disease. Our Dental Clinic Programme is dedicated to removing the barriers that prevent refugee children from receiving the care they need. We offer not just treatment, but also hope, dignity, and the opportunity for a future without unnecessary suffering.

In May 2025, we will launch our first day clinic in Nur Shams Refugee Camp, a community enduring immense hardship. Families who have fled their homes face limited access to essential healthcare, including dental care. Children who have already suffered the trauma of violent conflict should not have to bear the additional burden of untreated dental pain.

This initiative will:

  • Provide Free Dental Check-ups – Every child will receive a comprehensive oral health assessment from qualified dentists.

  • Fund All Follow-Up Treatments – From fillings to extractions, we will cover the costs so no child goes untreated.

  • Distribute Dental Hygiene Kits – Every child will receive a kit containing a toothbrush, toothpaste, and educational materials on oral care.

Our First Clinic - Nur Shams Camp, West Bank

“Oral healthcare is often overlooked in refugee populations, where access to both therapeutic treatment and preventive services is severely limited. The available capacity for dental care is simply not enough to meet the urgent needs of displaced communities. To address this crisis, there is an urgent need for both national and international health strategies, along with widespread dental health programmes, to ensure that refugee and immigrant children receive the care they deserve. Refugee needs exist within a complex and evolving landscape, making the development of a unified global approach to dental care a significant but necessary challenge.

With the launch of our first dental clinic in Nur Shams Refugee Camp, we are taking a crucial step toward bridging this gap by providing free check-ups, fully funded treatments, and essential dental hygiene supplies to children who need them most."

— Rebekah, Founder of Relief Across Borders

Significant Need for Dental Care Among Syrian Refugees

A survey of Syrian refugees in Jordan revealed that 40% of respondents reported needing dental services, highlighting the critical demand for oral health interventions in refugee camps.

Low Dental Visit Rate For Refugee Children

Studies show that between 17% and 72% of refugee children and adolescents have never visited a dentist, highlighting significant barriers to accessing dental care.

Prevalence of Dental Caries in Palestinian Children

Research indicates that slightly more than half of Palestinian children aged six have dental caries in their primary teeth, with an average of 2.7 decayed, missing, or filled teeth (dmft).

Delayed Dental Treatment Completion

Research suggests that refugee populations, including teenagers, face delays in dental care, with treatment completion times twice as long as those for native populations.