NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull Receives Toothbrushes, Toothpastes, and Toys Donated by Kings County Civil Court Judges
A group of eight Kings County Civil Court Judges have made a significant contribution to NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull, donating 1,500 toothbrushes, 300 tubes of toothpaste, and toys to support the oral health of local children
Jan 10, 2025
A group of eight Kings County Civil Court Judges has made a significant contribution to the dental and oral care of the community, donating 1,500 toothbrushes, 300 tubes of toothpaste, and toys to support the oral health of local children at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull. Honorable Brian L. Gotlieb, Judge of the Civil Court of the City of New York, County of Kings, alongside the Dentistry department staff, was present to distribute the items to children attending their early morning appointments at the Pediatric Dental Clinic. Motivated by a desire to give back, the group of Kings County Civil Court Judges came together to honor and recognize National Children’s Dental Health Month. Originally observed as “Children’s Dental Health Day” in February 1941, this annual celebration, sponsored by the American Dental Association (ADA), emphasizes the importance of children’s dental and oral health. Judges Ellen Edwards, Jill Epstein, Pamela Fynes, Brian Gotlieb, Edward King, Delsia Marshall, Javier Ortiz, Dweynie Paul, and Lola Waterman are donating over 9,000 toothbrushes and 2,000 tubes of toothpaste to pediatric dental clinics throughout Brooklyn.
“On behalf of NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull, we sincerely thank the Kings County Civil Court Judges for their generous donation of toothbrushes, toothpaste, and toys,” said Gregory Calliste, Chief Executive Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull. “Their support enhances the dental health of children in our community and raises awareness about the importance of oral care.”
According to Judge Gotlieb, who has donated supplies to the clinic at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health for several years and spearheaded the drive, “The people of Brooklyn have honored us with their trust and support. It is a privilege to join with my colleagues to play a small part in helping our neighbors throughout Brooklyn fight childhood tooth decay and develop a lifetime of good dental health,” said Honorable Brian L. Gotlieb, Judge of the Civil Court of the City of New York, County of Kings.
“Judge Gottlieb’s distribution of toothbrushes, toothpaste, and toys to the patients of our pediatric dental practice was an incredible experience. The expression on the children’s faces when receiving gifts from Judge Gottlieb was priceless. The parents and staff were all quite appreciative. It’s events like this that make a world of difference to so many. We look forward to continuing this partnership with Judge Gotlieb on this and other initiatives in the years to come,” said Dr. Steven Gounardes, Program Director, General Dentistry & Special Care, NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull.
“We are very grateful for this generous donation for our pediatric dental patients. These items will help us to continue to raise dental health awareness and educate our patients on the importance of maintaining healthy oral hygiene,” said Tania Desgrottes, Associate Executive Director Ambulatory Care, NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull.
“I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Honorable Brian L. Gotlieb and the dedicated group of Kings County Civil Court Judges for their heartwarming initiative. Their generous contribution to the community is a powerful reminder of the positive impact we can all make when we come together in support of a shared cause,” said Jessica Arocho, Director of Community Affairs, NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull.
The Department of Dentistry at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull offers comprehensive, high-quality dental and oral health care for patients of all ages. With state-of-the-art facilities and a wide range of services—including pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and dental surgery— the team is committed to providing excellent care. Services are available seven days a week, and most dental insurance plans are accepted, with reduced fees for patients with limited resources. For appointments, please call 718-963-8308 or 8309.
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