This year we celebrate Dental Lifeline Network’s 50th Anniversary and its countless contributions made to oral health in the lives of vulnerable adults. Throughout the year, we will honor individuals, partners, and volunteers who have all contributed to reaching this milestone, starting with our founder, Dr. Larry Coffee.  Where it all Began 50 years ago, as a young dental student, Dr. Larry Coffee dreamed of making a difference in oral health by changing the lives of people with developmental disabilities, including his beloved sister, Barbie. He believed if diseases could be prevented ..read more

Job details Salary From $21.50 an hour Job Type Full-time Benefits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Full Job Description Administrative Assistant Are you looking for a position with social impact in an inclusive environment? When you join our team as Affiliate Relations Administrative Assistant, at Dental Lifeline Network, you will change – and save – lives. We are the only national nonprofit organization that provides access to donated comprehensive dental treatment for people with disabili ..read more

International Women’s Day is a time to honor and recognize the achievements of women across various fields, and dentistry is no exception. The world of oral healthcare has seen a remarkable transformation over the years, with women making significant strides in what was once a predominantly male-dominated profession. In honor of this holiday, we celebrate the contributions of women in dentistry, highlighting their accomplishments, challenges, and the positive impact they continue to have on the oral health landscape. Despite the challenges faced by early female pioneers, women in dentistry ha ..read more

Black professionals have left a huge mark on oral healthcare. As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s essential to recognize and honor the remarkable contributions of Black professionals in various fields. At Dental Lifeline Network we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and with the patients we serve. We believe everyone deserves dental care and will continue to work towards serving more people in need. This history begins with Dr. Robert T. Freeman when he earned the distinction of being the first African American to receive a dental degree in 1867. His acc ..read more

50 Years of Service This year we celebrate our 50th Anniversary reflecting on the many contributions made to oral health, and the countless lives that have been changed over the years. We are also celebrating the thousands of individuals, corporations, foundations and labs who have helped us along the way.  Since its inception, DLN has helped over 166,000 individuals get the life-changing care they deserve – with dignity. How It All Began Inspired by a desire to help people with disabilities, like his sister Barbie, to receive oral healthcare, Dr. Larry Coffee first establishe ..read more

Pictured: Dr. Gerald Wimmer with Donated Dental Services (DDS) patient, Beatrice, and members of his staff. Dr. Gerald Wimmer of Brimhall Dentistry Plymouth in Minnesota has volunteered with DLN for 10 years and during that time has donated thousands of dollars in care to patients in need. Volunteering has allowed him to show his passion for dentistry by donating his time and talent to help patients like Beatrice.  Beatrice, 61, lives with her daughter and grandchildren in Minnesota and suffers from several serious health challenges including kidney failure, and the loss of all vision in ..read more

We are so grateful to our amazing donors for the success of our 2023 end of year campaign, highlighting our Community of Care. Thanks to your generosity, DLN raised more than $113,000 to help more people who have extensive dental needs but no way to access care. Special thanks to our Board Member, Dr. Gary Oyster, who provided a boost by offering a $15,000 match for the final weeks of the campaign. Your financial support is key to DLN’s ability to coordinate care for patients and build our network of volunteers across the country. Thank you! In the coming weeks, we will launch our 2024 Lifeli ..read more

Dr. Steve Gorman with DDS patient Bob This Veterans Day, Dental Lifeline Network is proud to honor our nation’s veterans. From clearing up painful dental infections to being able to eat normally again – providing comprehensive dental care can make a tremendous difference for veterans.  One Marine veteran who received care through the Donated Dental Services program (DDS) is Bob, 69. He is a Marine Corp veteran who served from 1972-1976. His youth was not a picture-perfect childhood. He struggled throughout most of his young adulthood to provide for himself without parental ..read more

These past several months we have been working to execute our new organization wide strategic plan. One of those strategies includes developing a new marketing and volunteer recruitment campaign aimed at younger dentists aged 27-42.     Last July, we hired a marketing firm that conducted research including interviewing younger dentists who are volunteers and non-volunteers about volunteering and the Donated Dental Services (DDS) program.  The marketing firm presented the feedback and proposed several creative concepts. The concepts were tested with a larger group of ..read more

In the span of 28 years serving as a DDS volunteer, Glidewell Dental Laboratories has generously contributed $1,012,547 in services, positively impacting 2,220 lives. Volunteer laboratories, including Glidewell Dental, play a crucial role in ensuring patients receive essential dental care through our programs.   Wilton is one example of the patients whose lives have changed due to Glidewell’s generosity. A U.S. Army and Army National Guard veteran with 36 years of service,  Wilton faced health challenges including PTSD and coronary artery disease. Living on Social Security and ..read more