DLN Success Story – Iowa Elder Gets Much Needed Dental Care!
Art, 66, lives in West Des Moines, Iowa. He was a general manager for Burger King for 25 years until he retired because of his health. This past year his health has been especially challenging. Art was hospitalized with cellulitis, sepsis, anemia and back problems. He was also diagnosed with... 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
Dental Students Commit to Volunteering
As dentists continue to retire at a rapid rate creating a pipeline of new dentist volunteers is essential to the future of Dental Lifeline Network. The Health Resources and Services Administration estimates a current shortage of 10,716 dentists in the United States. Luckily, dental school enrollment and the opening of... Read More
Join the Challenge to Support Veterans in Need
For many of our nation’s military veterans, comprehensive dental care is unattainable. Because of Congressional limitations, the Veterans Administration only provides dental treatment to a small fraction of veterans, leaving many without the care they need. According to the VA, approximately 18 million veterans live in the United States. More... Read More
DLN Success Story – Navy Veteran Receives a New Smile
Tom is an elderly Army veteran who lives in Scott County with his wife of nearly 50 years. As a result of a spinal cord injury during his teenage years that still causes him pain, he visits the VA spinal injury center for ongoing treatment. In 2013 he was diagnosed... Read More
Big Discounts with Huge Benefits for People in Need
The New Year brings renewal and new beginnings and new opportunities to save with DentaCheques—a fundraising program that offers ways for dental offices to save thousands of dollars in discounts and exclusive offers—while also helping adults with special needs get comprehensive dental care. We are thrilled to launch the 2021... Read More
Patient Success Story: Generous Volunteers Restore Illinois Veteran’s Dental Health
Roger is a 52-year-old veteran living in Herrin, Illinois. He served in the Navy as a paralegal in Japan for seven years, and then returned home to raise his son and work. He has a series of health issues including heart trouble, mobility issues and Meniere disease, an ear disorder... Read More