Cobb dentist collecting candy for ‘Operation Troop Treats’

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From November 1-6, Franklin Dental will be participating in the 9th annual Operation Troop Treats campaign where children can bring in Halloween candy in exchange for a toy. The collected candy, along with dental kits and other goodies, will be used to fill care packages for deployed troops, local military units, veterans, and first responders. Not only does this program promote healthy smiles for kids, but it is also a great cause to support the men and women who serve our country and communities.

This year, Franklin Dental in Smyrna is hoping to beat their record of 556 lbs of candy donated to troops and first responders. Operation Troop Treats program is sponsored by Benevis, a national dental services organization, and not only does it promote healthy smiles for kids, but it is also a great cause to support the men and women who serve our country and communities.

Franklin Dental began participating in Operation Troop Treats in 2012 to say thank you to those who serve our country each day. Many of their patients’ families, doctors, and staff are current or former service members, so this program provides a meaningful way for the practice to give back. Here are a few additional points which make this story special to our community:

Here are a few additional points which make this story special to our community:

• The Franklin Dental office in Smyrna (2900 South Cobb Drive) is minutes from Dobbins Airforce Base and much of the candy collected will donated locally to say thanks to friends and neighbors in the armed forces
• Since 2012, Franklin Dental in Smyrna has collected over 1,072 lbs of candy to support Operation Troop Treats
• Do you have leftover Halloween candy?  Donate it to our local armed forces members

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