SAA is a signature program created by Oral Health America , the nation 's leading , independent organization dedicated to eliminating oral disease through access , education and advocacy . SAA improves the oral health of elementary school students who lack access to routine dental care by supporting oral disease prevention services in school-based or school-linked settings , and demonstrating to communities that oral health is integral to overall health . For more information , visit http : / / www.oralhealthamerica.org / smiles.html.