DLN Success Story — Kentucky Patient Receives Gift of Dentures for the Holidays
Susan, 58, lives in Louisville and enjoys cooking, baking, and doing crafts. She has a number of health issues including fibromyalgia, an auto-immune disorder, and mental health issues. She used to work as a medical assistant, however her health issues now prevent her from working. Susan’s medical issues impacted her... Read More
DLN Success Story- South Carolina Man Can Eat and Smile Again Without Pain
Ernest, 72, is a dedicated family man and lives in Charleston with his wife. Unfortunately Ernest suffers from multiple health challenges. He developed heart disease more than 10 years ago and has a pacemaker. Four years ago, he had open heart surgery to have an artificial heart valve placed. Recently,... Read More
DLN Success Story – Florida Woman Receives Transplant thanks to DDS Volunteers
Laura, 48, lives in Sarasota and is fighting Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. After undergoing several rounds of chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant was Laura’s last treatment option in fighting cancer. To qualify for a transplant she first needed dental clearance. Laura hadn’t been to a dentist in a few years and... Read More
DLN Success Story- Rhode Island Senior Can Smile Again
Chris is an elderly man who lives in Providence. For much of his life, he worked as a longshoreman and was actively involved with the International Longshoreman’s Association. He suffers from chronic cardiovascular disease and had to leave his job after having multiple heart attacks. In addition, Chris’ oral health... Read More
DLN Success Story -Illinois Veteran is Grateful for his Healthy New Smile
Darrell, 71, lives in Chicago with his wife of 32 years. He is a US Marine Corp veteran who served four years in Vietnam. Darrell worked for years at the IL Department of Motor Vehicles, but has since retired. In his free time he enjoys exercising with his two dogs... Read More
DLN Success Story- New York Woman Can Smile Again
Petra, 82, lives in Brooklyn with her son, who she takes care of because of his health problems. She enjoys trips to Staten Island to visit her daughter whenever possible. Although Petra is in excellent health, her oral health was beginning to decline. All of her lower teeth were missing... Read More
DLN Success Story – Minnesota Man Can Eat Without Pain
Gregory, 66, is a dedicated family man who lives in Saint Paul and has multiple sclerosis, osteoarthritis, and congestive heart failure. He endures periods of excruciating pain and often has difficulty getting around without the use of a cane. Unfortunately, the many medications Gregory was prescribed to treat his medical... Read More
DLN Success Story- Kansas Couple Finds Assistance Together
Theron, 72, and Janice, 66, are a married couple living in southeast Kansas. They enjoy spending time with family and attending church. Sadly, both suffer from serious health challenges. Theron, a Vietnam War veteran, has multiple medical issues directly related to his time in the military. He has stage 4 kidney... Read More
DLN Success Story – Former NFL Player Regains His Confidence
Dental Lifeline Network recently partnered with the NFL Alumni Association to keep alumni and their families healthy, productive, and connected to the league and their former teammates with help from the Donated Dental Services (DDS) program. Through this partnership, volunteer dentists provide free dental treatment to players and their family... Read More
DLN Success Story – Louisiana Army Veteran Finds Assistance with DLN
Roy, 80, is an Army veteran who lives alone in Shreveport, Louisiana. He enjoys reading, watching television, and exercising. Roy was diagnosed with kidney failure and now undergoes dialysis treatment three times per week. In addition, he suffers from diabetes and congestive heart failure. Sadly, Roy’s dental health was... Read More