YSU Dental Hygiene Program Receives Grant for Equipment

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Youngstown State University Dr. Madeleine Dental Hygiene Program has received a $53,988 grant from the Delta Dental Foundation. 

The grant, submitted by Diane Kandray, dental hygiene program professor, will help upgrade dental equipment that has become outdated or damaged, not meeting current technology standards.

The DDF is dedicated to developing and enhancing partnerships and programs to improve health equity in oral and overall health in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and North Carolina. The DDF prioritizes funding that aligns with its strategic plan, including initiatives that strengthen and diversify the oral health safety net, with a focus on developing programs that recruit providers from diverse backgrounds and establishing innovative care models.

The funding will support the purchase of equipment, including two digital X-ray sensors, two DXTTR training manikins and a NOMAD handheld X-ray unit. This equipment will not only enhance the educational experience for students but will also improve the quality of care provided to the community.

The DDF evaluates grant applications based on their alignment with strategic objectives, the communities they serve and the sustainability of the programs. It is particularly interested in initiatives that address the needs of people and communities that experience historic or systemic barriers to care, especially individuals with disabilities.

Published by The Business Journal, Youngstown, Ohio.