The Rotarian Dental Clinic was started 30 years ago in a small room in the local hospital. We now have approximately 1900 sq ft of clinic space.
The dental portion of the clinic consists of three suites for dentists, complete with X-ray in each room and all the necessary equipment to perform all aspects of dentistry with the exception of implants and crowns. The lab is equipped to make full and partial dentures. There are 25 part-time volunteers currently assisting at the clinic. Volunteers act as dental assistants, translators and office personnel along with 2 people who make dentures.
Additionally, there is an area for a chiropractor and dermatologist. We have a complete optical room with all equipment for complete eye examinations and stock over 3000 pairs of eyeglasses pre-marked with prescription.
Our clinic sees over 2,500 people every year, people come to the clinic from approximately 9000 square miles of mountain and desert area. We always need Dentists and Lab techs. It can be for a few days or for a month or longer.
The town of Mulege has a population of approximately 4000 residents and 2000 visitors during the winter months. There are restaurants and stores with local and imported food items from the United States and other countries. Entertainment is easy to find.
Scuba diving, fishing, miles of sandy beaches, a historic mission, an ancient prison open to the public, as well as cave paintings and many other sites are offered to make your stay interesting and very special. We furnish a house and a car on a first come basis. Also there can be fishing trips.
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