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Breaking Barriers: Big Gay Smiles Inspires Future Dentists at UNC with Lessons on Inclusivity and Equity

Trans Awareness Month: SMYAL’s Support and Big Gay Smiles' Commitment to the LGBTQ+ Community

Why Choose a Fee-For-Service Office?
When it comes to receiving oral healthcare, patients can choose between dental offices that accept insurance and those that operate on a fee-for-service basis.

The AIDS Quilt: A Tapestry of Loss, Love, and Remembrance
In the mid-1980s, as the AIDS epidemic swept through communities around the world, a powerful visual symbol of loss, love, and remembrance emerged: The AIDS Memorial Quilt. This poignant project transformed personal grief into a public expression of solidarity and became a key piece of activist art in the fight against AIDS.

Perry Watkins and the Landmark Case of Watkins v. United States Army
In 1983, a groundbreaking decision emerged from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals that would significantly influence the United States military's policies towards LGBTQ+ service members. This was the case of Watkins v. United States Army, involving Sergeant Perry Watkins, whose struggle against discrimination would pave the way for future reforms in military policy.

PFLAG: A Cornerstone of Support and Advocacy in the LGBTQ+ Community
In 1979, amidst a climate of adversity and the burgeoning fight for LGBTQ+ rights, an essential organization began to spread its roots across the United States.

National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights
In the annals of LGBTQ+ history, the year 1979 stands as a pivotal moment marked by the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.

The Rainbow Flag: A Symbol of Pride and Resilience
In the vibrant tapestry of human history, certain moments stand out as beacons of progress and unity. One such moment occurred on June 25, 1978, in San Francisco, when the Rainbow Flag was first unfurled during the Gay Freedom Parade.

A Pivotal Year for LGBTQ+ Rights: Harvey Milk’s Rise
In the annals of LGBTQ+ history, the year 1977 stands out as a watershed moment, marked by significant milestones on both sides of the North American continent.

Understanding Root Canal Treatments: Causes, Procedures, and Prevention
A root canal is a dental procedure aimed at treating infection at the center of a tooth (the root canal system). It is not just a treatment but a last resort to save a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed completely.

Queer Resilience: Illuminating Our History and Reveling in Pride
In the shimmering kaleidoscope of my queer existence, I find myself standing on the precipice of history, enveloped in the giant shadows of those who bravely walked this path before us.