U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Adinolfi, 35th Medical Group prophylaxis technician, performs a dental cleaning on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Adinolfi, 35th Medical Group prophylaxis technician, performs a dental cleaning on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Prophylaxis technicians provide preventive care by removing plaque, hardened deposits and surface stains from the teeth, helping control factors that contribute to tooth decay and gum disease that could affect an Airman’s health, deployability and availability to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Brian Wilson, 35th Medical Group general dentist, examines a simulated patient’s oral cavity during a dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Brian Wilson, 35th Medical Group general dentist, examines a simulated patient’s oral cavity during a dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Comprehensive examinations allow dental providers to identify and treat oral health conditions early, helping Airmen remain healthy, deployable and ready to support mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Adinolfi, 35th Medical Group prophylaxis technician, performs a dental cleaning on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Adinolfi, 35th Medical Group prophylaxis technician, performs a dental cleaning on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Prophylaxis technicians provide preventive care by removing plaque, hardened deposits and surface stains from the teeth, helping control factors that contribute to tooth decay and gum disease that could affect an Airman’s health, deployability and availability to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Brian Wilson, 35th Medical Group general dentist, examines a simulated patient’s oral cavity during a dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Brian Wilson, 35th Medical Group general dentist, examines a simulated patient’s oral cavity during a dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Comprehensive examinations allow dental providers to identify and treat oral health conditions early, helping Airmen remain healthy, deployable and ready to support mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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35th Fighter Wing stays mission ready, one smile at a time

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  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  

U.S. Air Force dental personnel assigned to the 35th Medical Group provide comprehensive examinations, preventive cleanings, cavity detection and restorative care to patients at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Through early detection, preventive treatment and the repair of damaged tooth structure, the dental team helps Airmen maintain the oral health, deployability and medical readiness required to accomplish the mission.

A U.S. Air Force dental technician assigned to the 35th Medical Group selects a shade tab for a restorative dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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A U.S. Air Force dental technician assigned to the 35th Medical Group selects a shade tab for a restorative dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Proper material selection supports a durable, natural-looking restoration that replaces damaged tooth structure, restores normal function and reduces the risk of future dental issues that could interrupt duty or affect deployability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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A U.S. Air Force dental technician assigned to the 35th Medical Group selects a shade tab for a restorative dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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A U.S. Air Force dental technician assigned to the 35th Medical Group selects a shade tab for a restorative dental procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Proper material selection supports a durable, natural-looking restoration that replaces damaged tooth structure, restores normal function and reduces the risk of future dental issues that could interrupt duty or affect deployability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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A U.S. Air Force dental provider assigned to the 35th Medical Group uses a shade guide to match restorative material with a patient’s natural tooth color at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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A U.S. Air Force dental provider assigned to the 35th Medical Group uses a shade guide to match restorative material with a patient’s natural tooth color at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. The shade-selection process supports the placement of a functional tooth restoration that replaces damaged tooth structure, protects the remaining tooth and helps Airmen maintain the oral health required for continued mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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U.S. Air Force dental personnel assigned to the 35th Medical Group perform a dental restoration on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026.

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U.S. Air Force dental personnel assigned to the 35th Medical Group perform a dental restoration on a patient at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Restorative care removes decay and repairs damaged tooth structure, helping Airmen maintain the health, deployability and readiness required to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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