Delta Dental’s Support Helps DLN Change and Save More Lives
Since DLN launched its Lifeline Heroes Challenge for Veterans campaign this year, Delta Dental has been one of its biggest supporters. To date, Delta Dental has contributed $250,000 to the project. These donations have allowed DLN to significantly expand its services towards veterans, as well as recruitment efforts to find... Read More
DLN Success Story – DDS Volunteer Restores Tennessee Man’s Smile
Eric is 43, legally blind and was born with a large oblique facial palate that extends through his nose and eye. Despite having undergone more than 20 reconstructive surgeries, he still lives with chronic pain. In addition to his overall health, his oral health was in desperate need of attention.... Read More
DLN Success Story – New Hampshire DDS Volunteer Helps Man Receive Much Needed Dental Care
James, 60, lives in Rockingham County with his wife and enjoys spending time with his five grandchildren. He was a tractor-trailer driver until about seven years ago when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and could no longer drive. Before his diagnosis, he liked to camp, fish and garden and... Read More
Lifeline in Action – Louisiana Woman Regains Her Smile With DLN Volunteer!
Myra, 52 lives in Jefferson Parish with her two daughters and her cousin. She enjoys spending time with her family and going to the park and gardens. In the past Myra has faced many health challenges. During her last pregnancy, Myra developed severe preeclampsia that left her with nerve damage... Read More
DLN Success Story – Cancer Survivor Receives a New Smile
Robin, 64, lives in Waterbury and loves to read, paint, and write poetry. A few years ago, she won fourth place in an esteemed poetry contest. Robin lives an active lifestyle, walking every day and going to the gym regularly, but her health was further compromised when she was diagnosed... Read More
Volunteer Appreciation: Patterson recognizes top Colorado DDS Volunteers
Dental Lifeline Network and Patterson Dental recently partnered to recognize several Colorado dentists’ contributions to their community. These dentists have been volunteering for years, helping some of the state’s most vulnerable people suffering from seriously neglected dental diseases. In honor of their altruism, they were presented with an award for... Read More
DLN Launches #WhyIDonateDDS Campaign
In these challenging times, everyone is adapting to unprecedented changes, and reevaluating their processes and their day-to-day lives. DLN wants to take some time to thank its volunteers for the difference they make in their communities on a daily basis, and remind them how important the work they do is.... Read More
Volunteer Appreciation: Henry Schein recognizes top North Carolina DDS Volunteers
Dental Lifeline Network and Henry Schein Dental recently partnered to recognize several North Carolina dentists’ contributions to their community. These dentists have been volunteering for years, helping some of the state’s most vulnerable people suffering from seriously neglected dental diseases. In honor of their altruism, they were presented with an... Read More
DLN Success Story – Mississippi DDS Volunteer Helps Woman Receive Needed Dental Care
Joyce, 72, is a widow who lives in Washington County with her grandson. She recently fell and injured her hip and now uses a cane to get around. In addition she suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and other health challenges and has unaddressed dental problems. She was missing all but two... Read More
Lifeline in Action: Dr. Marty Nager Going Above and Beyond For Over 30 Years
Since starting his periodontal career 1987, Dr. Marty Nager has established himself as a loyal professional with a dedication to improving his community on both a national and local level. He has worked as an assistant clinical professor, a clinical instructor, and has been significantly involved with numerous dental boards and... Read More