Help Jamie Finish Her Oral Prosthetic Journey

Words cannot express how much I don’t want to ask for help right now.

As most who will be reading this know, I was blessed with so much support a year ago when I began what was supposed to be a 3 month jaw rebuild and prosthetic placement process. I’m so grateful for everyone who made starting this necessary process possible. Unfortunately my connective tissue disease presented unforeseen complications and what was supposed to be 3 months, 2 surgeries, and $25,000 has morphed into going on 13 months, 6 surgeries, and closer to $32,000. It’s been physically, emotionally, and financially exhausting to say the least.

I have FINALLY moved past the surgical phase and can start the building placement of my prosthetics. However due to all the unexpected complications the money I raised last year to cover this process ran out 2 surgeries ago and I need to raise another $5,000 to cover what’s left of the cost of my specialized prosthetic.

I’ve attached a picture of my remaining treatment cost breakdown for anyone who’s curious. The biggest cost is a specialized titanium bar that is meant to replicate gum structure on top of my lower jaw. It is a very particular piece of prosthetic not made here so the cost for that 1 piece of Belgium titanium alone is $7,000. But it’s absolutely necessary for me to regain normal function of my mouth.

Honestly, I feel so defeated just typing all of this. I hate asking for help for myself. I already got so much support last year I just feel guilty and undeserving of more financial support for myself. I love helping others but letting others help me just seems like misuse of my platform. But the reality is I’m out of time and if I want to finish this horrific process (and I do!) I have to put my pride aside and allow those who want to help me to complete what we’ve started.

I’ve included some pics of the past year to show just a glimpse of what it’s been like. Graphic warning though: it hasn’t been pretty!

If you have questions about anything feel free to ask. If you’d prefer another form of donation I can accept support via PayPal, Facebook pay, Venmo, or Cashapp as well.

I really do appreciate the support and those encouraging me to make this fundraiser. I know you guys care and want to see this process over for me and that truly means so much so from the bottom of my heart thank you!

Stop scrolling if youre squeamish, for those who arent, this is what the last year has looked like. eeeek right? lol

As bad as all those pictures were, this last one hurts my heart most. l look so thin after not eating for a year. I look defeated and exhausted, and it's because I am. It's a bummer.