The Tooth Fairies

The main objective of the Order of the Tooth Fairies is to increase the public's awareness of the Blue Ridge Free Dental Clinic in Jackson, Macon and Transylvania Counties, and to do it in a fun-loving manner. Upon joining the Order, each fairy receives his own wings, tutu and larger-than-life toothbrush in a coordinating color. Shameless enthusiasm, a great sense of humor and an unwavering dedication to the cause are definitely required!

The Tooth Fairies can be spotted at holiday parades and other local events throughout the year. They also participate in fundraising activities and dental hygiene education.

The Tooth Fairies show off their impressive dancing skills at the annual Tooth Fairy fundraising party (June, 2010).

Having fun at Tooth Fairy Bingo, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Highlands

Duke, Jelly Bean, Big Wing and Choppers having fun with the kids at Tooth Fairy Bingo, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Highlands to raise money for the Children's Dental Health Project. (July, 2010)

Tooth Fairies show off a rainbow of fun colors in footwear.

Tooth Fairies at the latest 2010 induction ceremony

Personalities emerge at the latest induction ceremony for new members of the Order of the Tooth Fairies.
From left: Patch (Ron Kandell), Big Wing (Ron Keller), DeKay (Pat Cunningham), Buttercup (Joe Goldberg), Jelly Bean (Mike Grilli), Choppers (Dick Rosedale), and Duke (Carl Hyde)

Tooth Fairies at the 2010 induction ceremony

Everyone celebrated at a 2010 induction ceremony for new members of the Order of the Tooth Fairies.
From left: Ed Morse, Carl Hyde, Pat Cunningham and Ron Keller

Carl and Ron at the 2010 induction ceremony

Ron welcomes Duke, the new Texas Cowboy Tooth Fairy to the Order.
From left: Carl Hyde and Ron Keller

Tooth Fairies at the Highlands Holiday Parade

The Tooth Fairies spread the word at the Christmas Parade in Highlands, NC.
From left: Ed Morse, Ron Keller and Phil Wrangle

Teaching Hampton School children about good dental hygiene

Ed and Dr. Michelle McDonald teach youngsters about dental hygiene at The Hampton School.

Donation from CCSV charity golf tournament

Ron and Clinic Executive Director Karen Minton accept proceeds from the 2008 Tooth Fairy Charity Golf Tournament, sponsored by the Country Club of Sapphire Valley Ladies' Golf Association.
From left: Ron Keller, Sue Lewis, Karen Minton and Bill Jacobs

The Tooth Fairies head home at the end of a long day.