February 9, 2009--The Taos News--Rick Romancito--There were miles of smiles Friday (Feb. 6) at the Northern New Mexico Center for Cosmetic Dentistry run by Dr. Kellie Harris as area school children took advantage of free dental exams and check-ups as part of the annual “Give Kids a Smile Day” event. And The Taos News Media Center video camera was there. Harris, along with dozens of volunteers and staff, welcomed kids into their chairs for free preventative procedures that included sealants, x-rays, exams and cleanings. This was the seventh year the center has participated in the national event. About 100 children were expected to take part that day. “Every dentist chooses to do whatever they can for the community and, I don’t know, it’s just a wonderful thing,” Harris said in the video. The Taos High School Interact Club, which is an offshoot of the local Rotary Club, also was on-hand to help dentists and hygenists work with the young clients. Harris noted that “in these economic times ... This year, it’s just nice, because so many people are hurting and we don’t want our children to go without dental care. There’s just no reason in today’s world for our kids to go without.”