No Reason To Smile

My Story
Well, this may be one of the most humbling moments of my life. First, let me just make this clear - I am well aware that I am blessed, that there are many people who are worse off than I might be. I just happen to be hard working person who is having difficult time. I give whenever I can, and fully intend to pay it forward in the future, when I am capable. However, that does not eliminate the need that I have right now. I have already tried to get a loan, and that was not successful, and unfortunately, my family is not in a position to be able to help me, either. My teeth have caused me much pain, physically, emotionally speaking.

I've dealt with visibly rotten teeth for almost a decade now. I don't even remember how it'd feel to not loathe my reflection in a mirror. Just like having to explain to kids why my teeth are different. Obviously this is not an easy thing for me to talk about or even ask help for,  from friends or strangers, but I'm beyond desperate. 

My embarrassment extends to my workplace as well. I tend to look away or open my mouth as little as possible when I speak, I only grin and never smile, and I cover my mouth when I laugh. And it hurts.

It's something that plagues my thoughts multiple times every day. Every time I pass a mirror. Every time I get my picture taken. Every time I have an interaction with a new person. Every time I have excruciating pain due to poor dental health. Every time another piece of tooth breaks off. Every time I bite into something that might do the same. Every time I wake up. I could go on and on.

I am incredibly humbled and grateful to anyone who helps, in any amount. As you can imagine, I am very self conscious, so I have neglected to post a public image of myself with a true smile. But if you feel that is something you need as "proof" that this is legitimate, feel free to message me and I will send you one privately.

Am I trying to exploit an emotional response from you in hopes that you'll donate money? Yes.

Should I have put away my pride and done this long ago? Yes.

Do I feel good about it? No.

Basically I need all of my upper teeth removed and replaced with a denture. I've had a tooth removed and two root canals when the pain was just too much to bear, but I just wanna get the whole shebang done with. So here I am, asking for help. Something that doesn't come easy for me, (but should've been done long ago). But anyway, I need HELP. I want to get my teeth fixed, more than anything.

So please, $5, $10, $20... any little bit helps to get to my goal of $3,000** to work with a local dentist that will help me achieve the smile of my dreams. One day I'd love to be able to look at myself and be proud of my appearance. I cannot thank you enough for just considering to make a donation.

 I have to actually go through the process of getting most of my teeth ripped out, going through a toothless healing period, then getting used to whatever type of dentures I can afford. But after that miserable metamorphosis I can finally be able to do so much more with my life. 

Thanks for reading, please any amount will help me out, and if you can't donate, maybe share this link?

Thanks again! God bless!

**I've added an extra $500 to cover the miscellaneous fees charged by GoFundMe.