A clinic volunteer shows a jar of patients’ extracted teeth.“ We call it point-and-pull dentistry,” says Tom Ritter, a retired dentist who was triaging patients.“ You point to the tooth you want out, and we take it out.”** KFF Health News provided photos must include credit/caption and can only be used with the original KFF Health News story**.

Maya Thompson

Bureau Chief · Brunswick, GA

Maya holds a Master’s in Journalism from the University of Georgia and has over 15 years of experience in local news. She previously worked for the Savannah Morning News, where she led coverage on community initiatives and grassroots movements. An avid supporter of Brunswick's cultural diversity, Maya is committed to amplifying local voices and stories.