Volunteer Spotlight–Dr. Frank Martello
Dr. Martello’s altruism shines through his community involvement and his commitment to sharing his craft. As a longtime DLN volunteer, founding DLN • Louisiana board member and past DLN • LA board president, Dr. Martello has donated more than $200,400 in treatment since the LA Donated Dental Services (DDS) program’s... Read More
$500M Celebration Honoree Series-Patterson Dental
In recognition of the $500 million milestone, DLN is honoring the partners and individuals who have helped us get there. For the past 30 years, Patterson Dental has been a key supporter of DLN, contributing more than $10.5 million worth of funding and donated supplies and materials to DLN in... Read More
Veteran Helps Fellow Veteran Restore His Oral Health
Through our Will You See One Vet program we connect thousands of veterans with volunteer dentists and labs across the country to receive comprehensive dental care, as many veterans do not have dental insurance coverage through their VA benefits. Unfortunately, Paul could not afford the treatment he needed to address... Read More
DLN Reaches $500 Million In Donated Dental Treatment
For 35 years DLN has partnered with volunteer dentists and laboratories across the country to connect people with special needs to comprehensive dentistry. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve reached a significant milestone: $500 Million in donated dental treatment. That’s half a billion dollars that helped 165,000 individuals gain... Read More
43 Dental Students Receive Brian D. Stone Award
Dental Lifeline Network partners with 43 dental schools across the US through the Brian D. Stone Memorial Award to recognize outstanding dental school graduates who have committed to volunteerism and public service to helping people with special needs. The award was established 16 years ago by Brian’s parents Drs. Joy... 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
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