The Global Mission Trip is part of Mercy Dental Missions’ outreach to provide free essential dental care in communities with limited access to treatment. Our goal is to alleviate pain, restore dignity, and share compassion through high-quality dental care.

Volunteers will serve FREE essential dental care to children, families, and individuals in underserved communities who have limited or no access to dental care. Each trip is organized in partnership with trusted local organizations to help us reach those with the greatest need. Depending on the location, our teams may serve children, students, teachers, families, or other members of the surrounding community—all at no cost to the patient.

Access to dental care is limited in many parts of the world. Untreated dental pain can affect a person’s ability to eat, sleep, learn, work, and live with dignity. Through global missions, we extend compassionate care beyond our local community and help meet urgent oral health needs.

YES! All services provided during the Global Mission Trip are completely free.

Dental professionals are especially needed, including dentists, hygienists, assistants, and other trained dental team members. Depending on trip needs, there may also be opportunities for non-clinical volunteers to help with logistics, translation, patient flow, supplies, and support.

No, spanish is helpful, but it is not required for the volunteer roles. Bilingual volunteers are especially valuable for patient communication, education, and team support.

Interested dental professionals can complete the volunteer application and send it to director@mercydentalmissions.org

Volunteer applications should be submitted no later than June 1st for that years trip.

Yes. International volunteers will need a valid passport. Volunteers should make sure their passport is current and does not expire soon after the trip dates.

Licensed dental professionals may be required to provide documentation of active licensure and credentials. Requirements may vary depending on the role and local regulations.

Services may include:

• Exams
• X-rays
• Cleanings
• Fluoride treatments
• Fillings
• Extractions
• Other same-day dental treatments

Mercy Dental Missions takes volunteer safety seriously and works with trusted local partners. Volunteers will receive guidance about travel safety, lodging, transportation, local customs, and team expectations before the trip.

Potential expenses may include airfare, lodging, meals, ground transportation, travel documents, immunizations, personal supplies, and trip-related fees. Mercy Dental Missions will provide specific details as plans are finalized.

Yes. Volunteers are able to raise support to help cover travel and mission-related expenses. Mercy Dental Missions can provide guidance on appropriate fundraising language and expectations.

Donations may help provide dental supplies, instruments, equipment, medications, patient care materials, travel support, lodging, transportation, and other mission-related needs.

Yes. Volunteers should expect pre-trip communication and preparation, which may include team meetings, logistics, safety information, cultural guidance, clinical expectations, and packing instructions.

Mercy Dental Missions will coordinate dental supplies, instruments, equipment, and materials needed for the trip. Volunteers may receive a packing list or supply request before departure.