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ANKENY IA, December, 2005--Delta Dental of Iowa and the Iowa Dental Association (IDA) have established a disaster relief fund for emergency oral health care needs of evacuees of natural disasters who relocate to Iowa.

"Delta Dental and the IDA member dentists joined forces on the disaster relief fund related to oral healthcare as an ongoing relief effort for those who may relocate to Iowa," said Larry Carl, executive director of the IDA, based in Johnston. "The IDA's contribution to the relief fund is a direct result of donations by our member dentists."

The fund is intended to address urgent clinical dental needs for disaster victims living in Iowa. Delta Dental's contribution to the disaster relief fund is provided by the company's Public Benefit Program.

"Our Public Benefit Program goal is to make contributions that will measurably make a difference in the oral health of Iowans who are underserved," said Donn Hutchins, president and CEO, Delta Dental of Iowa. "We are pleased to join forces with the IDA in this relief fund effort."

Evacuees in need of emergency oral health care may receive information and referrals through American Red Cross chapters throughout the state. The disaster relief funds will be administered through the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation.