By Kathy Bassett
Growing up, I was always self-conscious of my teeth. They were discolored, and no amount of brushing helped. As I got older and had children, my teeth began to decay. I hid my mouth when I laughed or smiled. I was too embarrassed for anyone to see my teeth.
Kathy Bassett BEFORE
Then I was referred to the Smiles for Success program, and I began to think for once in my life I would have a beautiful smile I was not ashamed of. I went to my first appointment not knowing what to expect. I was greeted by a warm and friendly staff, and Dr. Tamara Berg was amazing. We talked and they examined my teeth and we developed a plan. Within three weeks I had a smile to die for! I no longer hide my laugh or smile; I want everyone to see! My first grandbaby is due in a couple of months and I can’t wait, for I will have the biggest smile for all to see. My confidence and self-esteem are higher now than any other time in my life, and it is all because of an amazing program called Smiles for Success and the awesome dentists who are involved.
Thank you all for caring and giving people like me hope and self-confidence. Also, a special thanks to Dr. Berg and her awesome staff.
Editor’s note: Smiles for Success wishes to thank ...
Dragus Dental Laboratory
PO Box 212
Edmond, OK 73083-0212 Phone: (405) 590-9223
... for donating $501 in lab work for Kathy Bassett, and to Dr. Tamara Berg of Yukon, Okla., for donating her services to Kathy and dozens more patients through the years.
Smiles for Success is actively seeking dentists in Houston, Dallas, and Tomball, Tex.; Denver and Broomfield, Colo., and Atlanta, Ga.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer dentist for Smiles for Success, logon to www.smilesforsuccess.org or call Alexandra Haban-Spanos at (800) 920-2293.
