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HILLSBOROUGH: Brace yourself — orthodontist’s contest to recognize helpful kids

   Dr. Laurene Wolf will be putting her money where her patients’ mouths are, offering free braces for a local student who is working to make a difference in the community.
   As part of February’s National Children’s Dental Health Month, Dr. Wolf is launching her “Giving Smiles” program, an opportunity for the local children and teens to be recognized for their outstanding charitable experiences.
   Children ages kindergarten through 12th grade will be eligible to enter to win free braces (valued at $5,955) and a $1,000 charitable donation made in the child’s honor to the charity of their involvement.
   The second place winner will receive a $750 donation and third place a $500 donation to the child’s charity of involvement.
   ”During the last 11 years of practice, I’ve been extremely touched by so many of my patient’s wonderful acts of kindness and generosity” Dr. Wolf said.
   ”During these increasingly busy and financially difficult times, I find it so rewarding that our youth find it in their hearts to give back to the community in so many charitable ways. I’d like to recognize those individuals who have made a significant contribution by rewarding them with free braces and also monetary donations to their charity of choice.”
   Dr. Wolf is the past president of the Central New Jersey Dental Society, and is a member of the American Academy or Orthodontists. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists.
   To enter Dr. Wolf’s 2009 “Giving Smiles,” contestants must submit a 500-word essay describing their charitable involvement in the local community.
   Completed essays can be submitted either online at [email protected] or mailed to Giving Smiles, c/o Dr. Laurene Wolf, 205 Towne Centre Dr., Hillsborough, NJ 08844.
   Essays must be submitted by March 10 and the winning essay will be chosen by an independent committee. Additional contest information can be found at http://www.wolfortho.com