Donated Dental Services Program Expanding in Louisiana with Grant Funding
Nearly 300 people in Louisiana are on a waiting list to be matched with a volunteer dentist who can provide comprehensive dental care. With a grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation, Dental Lifeline Network’s is expanding its Louisiana Donated Dental Services (DDS) program to meet... Read More
Volunteer Spotlight
Volunteer labs play an important role in helping people with special needs served by the Donated Dental Services (DDS) program. Currently, more than 3,000 volunteer labs donate much needed fabrications including dentures, crowns or bridges. June was Dental Technician and Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Appreciation Month and we too would... Read More
Partnership with Oral-B for DDS Volunteers: Get Free Electronic Toothbrushes For Your Patients Today
We are proud to partner with Oral-B in providing electronic toothbrushes to Donated Dental Services (DDS) patients through DLN’s volunteer dentist network. Thanks to the generous donation of thousands of Oral-B Pro 3000 toothbrushes, volunteer dentists can provide DDS patients with toothbrushes and instructions for continuing their oral health care... Read More
These Superheroes are Helping America’s Heroes
We’re wrapping up our 2021 Lifeline Heroes Challenge and we are grateful for the $275,000 raised to help more than 1,200 veterans in need. Thanks to the support of our dental industry heroes — everyone from large corporations pledging to match donations and even small groups of friends and families... Read More
Charity boating event honors Dr. Loren J. Feldner and supports vets in need
Like the circles that a drop of water can make on the surface of a lake, the ripple effect of the generosity of one’s life can be seen through its impact on others. The far-reaching effect of this kindness was recently brought to life through a simple gesture of one... Read More
DLN Success Story – Stroke and Heart Attack Survivor Gets Much Needed Dental Care!
Marie, 49, lives with her boyfriend Charles in Kansas City. In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren. Many years ago, Marie survived two strokes and one mild heart attack. She also has had several health challenges including osteopenia (low bone density), high blood pressure,... Read More
DLN Success Story – Developmentally Disabled Patient Gets a New Smile!
Frank, 62, lives in northeastern CO with his partner and caregiver Linda. He has had an intellectual disability since birth. Frank and Linda both participate in Special Olympics, enjoy bowling and participate in other team sports. While he is generally in good overall health, Frank’s oral health needed some attention.... Read More
DLN Success Story – Patient with Disabilities Gets a New Smile!
Danny is a 66-year-old man who lives in Gallatin County near his sister and niece with whom he enjoys spending his free time. Danny has Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, pre-diabetes and mental health challenges including PTSD. In addition to these health challenges, his dental health was also deteriorating. Danny had only... Read More
DLN Success Story – Patient with Disabilities Gets Much Needed Dental Care!
Tina is a 53-year-old woman who lives in north Denver. She enjoys reading, sewing, painting and making jewelry in her free time. In 1996, she was diagnosed with Meniere’s disease that has led to severe vertigo, as well as balance and hearing issues. She has asthma, osteoarthritis and experiences neuropathy... Read More
ADA President-elect: Helping DLN Patients For 24 Years
We are thrilled that Dr. Cesar Sabates, the American Dental Association President-elect will begin his presidency in October. Dr. Sabates is a leader, an advocate, and the past president of DLN • Florida. As a DLN volunteer with 24 years of service, he has donated over $80,000 in dental treatment... Read More