Several local nurses and dental hygienists participate in the project. Here, the Former Dean of the Dental faculty of Chulalongkorn university, Thanpuying Petchara Techakampuch discusses the project with a local leader during the welcome ceremony. Present Dean Dr Jeerasak Nopakun can also be seen in the picture. Dr Thavalyarat Holasut, then Thanpuying Petchara Techakampuch and Dr Varaporn Buatongsri, President Dental Alumnii, Chulalongkorn. Prof D. Bratthall and a representative of the Province.
Most equipment is brought to the area from Bangkok.
The equipment is arranged and is ready the evening before the dental services start. In addition, a poster exibition with health educational material is presented. In a normal day, more than thousand patients are waiting - they have been informed about the project in advance. They are first seen by dentists who identify the main problem in each individual - pictures showing Dr Ratana Serinirach in action. Most extractions are due to untreated caries.