Delta Health expands dental surgery capacity through Delta Dental grant
Pictured with the new dental surgery carts are surgical team members Ashlee Sluder, Krystal Manor and TaKayla Pratt.
Delta Health System (DHS) has received funding from the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation to purchase two Midmark Asepsis21 Hygienist dental surgery carts with self-contained water systems, expanding the hospital’s oral surgery capacity across the Delta.
Hospital officials say the carts will improve safety and efficiency during procedures and help rural patients access advanced dental care.
“We are extremely grateful to the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation for their generous support,” said Iris Stacker, CEO of Delta Health System. “This investment in dental surgery carts strengthens our ability to serve patients with the highest level of care and underscores the importance of oral health as a cornerstone of overall well-being. The Foundation’s partnership has been invaluable to us as we work together to improve health outcomes for the people of the Mississippi Delta.”
Dental health is more than just about a smile—it is directly connected to overall health. Research has shown that oral health is linked to heart disease, diabetes, pregnancy outcomes and other serious health conditions. Access to advanced equipment like the Asepsis21 carts helps DHS ensure patients receive excellent dental surgical care while reducing risks associated with untreated oral disease.
The grant builds on an ongoing partnership supporting community-based oral health programs, prevention initiatives and patient education.
“Delta Health System exemplifies what’s possible when local leadership and strategic investment come together to expand access to care,” said Kenzie Ferguson, vice president of the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation. “We’re proud to partner with them to strengthen oral health infrastructure and advance whole-person health throughout the Mississippi Delta. By investing in advanced equipment and community partnerships, Delta Health System and the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation are working to ensure that families in the Mississippi Delta not only have access to critical oral health services but also understand the vital role dental health plays in overall wellness.”
Delta Health System, a nonprofit formed in 2020, operates The Medical Center in Greenville and clinics across the region, with a mission to expand healthcare access and improve outcomes in rural Mississippi.
