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Big Gay Smiles November Newsletter: Gratitude, Innovation & Giving Back
Big Gay Smiles celebrates gratitude, community, and cutting-edge dental technology in our November 2025 issue. Discover how our 3D printer transforms care, how we’re giving back with our $100K donation toward finding a cure for HIV, and why now’s the perfect time to use your dental benefits before they expire.
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Big Gay Smiles Wins “Best Dentist” in Washington Blade’s Best of LGBTQ D.C. 2025
Big Gay Smiles has been honored as the Best LGBTQ+ Dentist of 2025 by Washington Blade, recognizing the practice’s inclusive care and community commitment in Washington, D.C.bcv 58²¸fl M
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PFLAG: A Cornerstone of Support and Advocacy in the LGBTQ+ Community
In 1979, amidst a climate of adversity and the burgeoning fight for LGBTQ+ rights, an essential organization began to spread its roots across the United States.
National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights
In the annals of LGBTQ+ history, the year 1979 stands as a pivotal moment marked by the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.
The Rainbow Flag: A Symbol of Pride and Resilience
In the vibrant tapestry of human history, certain moments stand out as beacons of progress and unity. One such moment occurred on June 25, 1978, in San Francisco, when the Rainbow Flag was first unfurled during the Gay Freedom Parade.
A Pivotal Year for LGBTQ+ Rights: Harvey Milk’s Rise
In the annals of LGBTQ+ history, the year 1977 stands out as a watershed moment, marked by significant milestones on both sides of the North American continent.
Anita Bryant and the Rise of LGBTQ Political Empowerment
In the 1970s, Anita Bryant, a former American singer and Miss America Pageant winner, became a controversial figure in the LGBTQ rights movement by spearheading a campaign against a Dade County, Florida ordinance that aimed to prevent discrimination against homosexuals.
Elaine Noble's Pioneering Journey in the Massachusetts State House of Representatives
The year 1974 marked a significant milestone in the history of LGBTQ+ rights in the United States, as Elaine Noble shattered barriers by becoming the first openly gay person to be elected as a state legislator.
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Queer Resilience: Illuminating Our History and Reveling in Pride
In the shimmering kaleidoscope of my queer existence, I find myself standing on the precipice of history, enveloped in the giant shadows of those who bravely walked this path before us.