Inauguration of Special Smiles' oral care clinic at the Department of Pediatrics, JSS Hospital The 'Special Smiles' oral care clinic at JSS Hospital in Mysore was inaugurated on 20.7.23. This clinic aims to provide oral health services specifically for specially-abled children and children with medically compromised conditions. The collaboration between the Department of Pediatrics, JSS Hospital, and the Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, JSS Dental College & Hospital shows a commitment to improving the overall healthcare of these vulnerable children. The clinic was inaugurated by esteemed individuals in the medical field. Dr. H Basavana Gowdappa, Principal, of JSS Medical College grace the occasion as Chief Guest, while Ms. Hemamalini Jairam, Co-founder of WeCan, was the Guest of Honor. Their presence highlights the significance of this initiative. The event was also graced by Dr. Shyam Prasad Shetty, Head of the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and Deputy Director of Clinical, Dr. Manjunath G V, Director of Diagnostics, Dr. Shanthmallappa, Resident Medical Officer and Mr. Lokesh, Administrative officer, JSS Hospital, further emphasizing the interdisciplinary and holistic approach towards healthcare. The patrons of the clinic, including Dr. Dhakshaini M R, Principal, JSS DCH, Dr. Prashanth S N, Head of Pediatrics, JSS Hospital, Dr. B Nandlal, Prof & Head Dept of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry and Dr. Anushree S M, Assistant Administrative Officer of JSSDCH, Mysore, further demonstrate the support and importance of the endeavor. The clinical team, led by Dr. Raghavendra Shanbog, Reader, along with Dr. Chanchala HP and Dr. Shruti S, Assistant Professors from the Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, JSS DCH will play a crucial role in providing specialized oral healthcare to the children. It was heart-warming that the children from the specially-abled school participated by giving an invocation, making the occasion even more special. Distribution of Oral health education material and Oral health kits was done among Special and medically compromised children during this occasion which was supported by Indoco remedies next-gen warren division. The clinic's schedule of operation, every Thursday from 10 am to 4 pm, allows for regular and dedicated care for the children. Overall, the inauguration of the 'Special Smiles' oral health clinic marks a significant step towards improving the well-being of specially-abled children and children with medically compromised conditions, ensuring they receive the attention and care they need for their oral health.