New pediatric program launches with complimentary screenings and cleanings for children
ALBUQUERQUIE, N.M. – May 14, 2026 – Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM), the first predoctoral dental training facility in New Mexico, announces Touro Dental Health Kids, a dedicated pediatric dental program focused on expanding access to affordable, high quality dental care for children and families across the state.
Developed in response to the growing need for accessible pediatric dental care in New Mexico, Touro Dental Health Kids aims to support families facing barriers to preventive oral healthcare, particularly in underserved communities. “Our goal is to make it easier for New Mexico families to access quality dental care for their children,” said Dr. Joseph Parkinson, DDS, MPA, FAGD, executive assistant dean of TCDM’s New Mexico campus. “By offering affordable services in a supervised teaching environment, we are able to care for more patients while helping children build healthy habits early in their lives.” To honor the launch of the program, TCDM is offering complimentary screenings and cleanings for children up to 16years old.
Touro Dental Health Kids offers comprehensive pediatric dental care at rates between 20 percent and 50 percent lower than private practices. It accepts Medicaid and most major dental insurance plans, making care more accessible for families throughout New Mexico. The program provides a wide range of pediatric dental services including preventive maintenance, oral hygiene counseling, and access to orthodontic services such as braces. In some cases, children’s visits may also include radiographs (x rays) and diagnostic exams as part of their broader treatment plan. With specialists on site, TCDM is able to accommodate patients efficiently and provide coordinated care for children with varying dental needs in one convenient location.
Families can schedule complimentary pediatric screenings and cleanings by calling (505) 658-8236 or submitting a request online by visiting dental. touro. edu/ patients/ nm
Located at 2425 Ridgecrest Dr., just steps from the Gateway Center in Albuquerque, TCDM features more than 100 dental chairs offering specialty care in oral surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, supporting the students who complete their education at TCDM’s facility and campus while providing highquality dental care.
Appointments can be booked by telephone at (505) 658-8236. To learn more about Touro College of Dental Medicine, please visit https://dental.touro.edu/pa tients/nm/.