Our Founder

Meet Dr. Mathew Jensen

Dr. Matthew Jensen and his wife, Linda Jensen, are the co-founders of the Dental Outreach Relief Foundation, a nonprofit organization inspired by their shared passion for serving others and improving lives. Dr. Matt, a pediatric dentist from Surprise, Arizona, has been dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to children since 2006. His professional background, combined with Lindaā€™s compassionate heart for helping those in need, created the foundationā€™s strong foundation of purpose and care.

Dr. Matt has spent his career bridging the gap for nervous, anxious children, helping them overcome fear and develop a love for visiting the dentist. While his work has been incredibly rewarding, He has also encountered the stark realities of severe dental disease, neglect, and life-threatening infectionsā€”challenges that many face without access to quality care. Living in the United States, where such issues can often be addressed through available resources,

Dr. Matt couldnā€™t ignore the disparities in access to care in other parts of the world. The seeds for the foundation were planted during Dr. Mattā€™s dental school years when he participated in his first mission trip to Jamaica, providing care to those in remote and underserved areas.

Over the past five years, his passion for service expanded as he led teams to Mexico, delivering much-needed dental care to vulnerable communities. Witnessing the transformative impact of these efforts fueled his determination to do more.

Lindaā€™s deep compassion and unwavering commitment to making a difference inspired the vision to take their work further. Together, Matt and Linda formed the Dental Outreach Relief Foundation to extend critical dental care to those in the worldā€™s most remote and underserved areas. Their mission is ambitious but clear: to provide essential and emergency dental services globally and become a leading force for change in oral healthcare.

With their combined dedication and expertise, the Jensens have created a platform that is not just about treating dental issues but about restoring hope, dignity, and smiles to individuals and communities in need. The foundation is still young, but its mission is growing stronger each day, driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to life-saving dental care.

Our Purpose and Commitment

Mission

To provide free, high-quality emergency dental care and preventive education to underserved populations around the globe. We aim to bridge the gap in dental care accessibility by creating meaningful partnerships, fostering volunteer efforts, and empowering communities to achieve lifelong oral health.

Vision

A world where everyone, regardless of location or circumstances, has access to essential dental care. We envision a future where healthy smiles inspire confidence, open opportunities, and improve quality of life for individuals and communities worldwide.

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Our Partners & Sponsors

Empowering global dental care through collaboration, support, and shared commitment to underserved communities worldwide.