Hi, my name is Kymberly. My journey hasn’t been easy. Early childhood trauma led me down a difficult path, and for several years, I struggled with addiction as a way to cope. During that time, my health declined rapidly—and my teeth were one of the hardest-hit parts of my body. I fought my way into recovery, and today I’m rebuilding my life piece by piece. I work, I’m building a future, and I’m committed to staying healthy and moving forward. But I’m still living with the damage to my teeth.

I’ve been able to fix some of my teeth, but my funds are gone, and I no longer have back teeth to chew with. The bone loss in my jaw is getting worse, and at only 31, I can see my face physically changing—my cheeks slowly sinking in more and more. Some days, I catch myself covering my mouth when I talk or avoiding smiling at all. Looking in the mirror doesn’t just show me how I look now—it reminds me of everything I’ve fought so hard to leave behind.

Dental implants aren’t cosmetic for me—they’re necessary. Bone loss in the jaw doesn’t just affect appearance, it continues to progress and can impact long-term health, structure, and quality of life. Getting these procedures would mean being able to eat normally again, regaining confidence in my daily life and work, and finally seeing a reflection that matches the life I’ve worked so hard to rebuild.

I’ve come so far, but I can’t do this part alone. The cost of implants is more than I can manage while trying to build a stable future. If you’re able to donate, I’m deeply grateful. If not, even sharing this helps more than you know. Thank you for taking the time to read my story and be part of my next step forward.

With gratitude,
Kymberly