Traveling Tooth Fairies

Mission

The Traveling Tooth Fairies is dedicated to providing no-cost dental care and education to students in grades K-8 in Nashua, ensuring that every child has access to vital oral health services. By offering evidence-based treatments—such as screenings, guided tooth brushing, sealants, protective restorations, and fluoride applications—directly in schools, we aim to eliminate barriers to care and create a nurturing environment that supports children's health and learning.

Our program collaborates with families and educators to foster lifelong dental health habits. We strive to complement the care children receive from their regular dental providers and help families establish a dental home when necessary. By delivering mobile dental services in schools, we minimize disruptions to students' education, making dental care both accessible and stress-free.

Supported by community partners, including the Department of Health and Human Services, State of NH, Northeast Delta Dental, and local organizations, we are committed to improving oral health outcomes and enhancing children's overall well-being. Our efforts highlight the significance of a healthy smile in a child’s ability to eat, speak, and thrive in school. We invite parents, educators, and community members to join us in creating a healthier future for our children.

The Fairies

Mary Duquette

Mary Duquette is passionately committed to providing care to underprivileged individuals, earning recognition for her compassion and empathy. With over 25 years of experience in the dental field, Mary began her career in both periodontal and general dentistry practices. Throughout her career, she consistently volunteered her time at clinics serving underprivileged populations, which fueled her enthusiasm and passion for public health.

Mary's dedication led her to work for the Oral Health Program for the State of NH, where she collaborated with various organizations to support community-based and school-based programs. She further enhanced her skills by completing her certification as a Public Health Dental Hygienist. Her commitment to advancing oral health care is demonstrated through her active involvement in various initiatives aimed at improving access to dental services for underserved communities.

Her leadership roles include serving as President of the N.H. Dental Hygienists’ Association, and she currently sits on the Dental Hygienists’ Committee under the N.H. Board of Dental Examiners. In these capacities, Mary has been instrumental in advocating for the dental hygiene profession and promoting policies that enhance public health.

In her spare time, Mary enjoys spending time with her family and friends and engaging in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, skiing, and gardening. She volunteers her time with numerous charitable organizations and serves on the Merrimack County 4H. Her love for helping others is always evident, whether she's organizing community events or participating in local outreach programs.

Mary is also the co-founder of Traveling Tooth Fairies, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. This school-based cavity prevention program offers free dental care and referrals to Nashua elementary and middle school students. Traveling Tooth Fairies was established to continue the federally funded Sealing Smiles Across NH cavity prevention pilot program that ended in June 2024. Through this initiative, Mary and her business partner, Myra Nikitas, will continue to make a significant impact on the oral health of countless children, ensuring they receive the care they need to thrive.

Myra Nikitas

Myra is committed to providing care to underprivileged individuals, her passion and empathy are commended amongst many.

Myra has been in the dental field for over 20 years, starting out working at a dental office where she was trained as a dental assistant. As her enthusiasm grew in the dental field, she went on and pursued a degree in dental hygiene, Myra graduated from NHTI Concord in 2005. She completed her certification in Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration and monitoring in 2010 from NHTI Concord. She worked in private practice for 15 years, and during that time she volunteered offering free dental preventive services for school aged children at the Greater Nashua Dental Connection, a non-profit organization where she was also a member of the Board of Directors. Myra completed her Certified Public Health Certification in 2019, from NHTI Concord. As her passion for working in the public health sector continued, she took a full-time position at The Greater Nashua Dental Connection as a public health dental hygienist where she worked for 3 years providing care in the community.

Myra has served as President for the N.H. Dental Hygienists’ Association and Chair of the Dental Hygienists’ Committee under the N.H. Board of Dental Examiners, from 2019- 2022.

In her spare time, Myra enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and helping others including donating her time to oncology patients at Southern NH Medical Center, providing Reiki.

She is a co-founder of Traveling Tooth Fairies, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, school-based cavity prevention program offering free dental care, and dental referrals to Nashua elementary and middle school students. Traveling Tooth Fairies was created to continue the federally funded Sealing Smiles Across NH cavity prevention pilot program which was due to end June 2024. Through this initiative, Myra and her business partner, Mary Duquette, will continue to make a significant impact on the oral health of countless children, ensuring they receive the care they need to thrive.

Happy Teeth, Happy Kids

Happy Teeth, Happy Kids