Hello! My name is Suzanne, but everyone calls me Suzy. I am creating this fundraiser today because I have some unexpected orthodontic and dental work needed.

I have had a lifelong struggle with teeth grinding, especially during sleep. I've trained myself to constantly place my tongue in between my top and bottom row of teeth; otherwise, I find that I grind my teeth while awake, too.

I noticed that this was causing my teeth to wear down, so last year I got fillings to correct it. After a year, my teeth grinding has worn the fillings down as well. I also have an issue with overcrowding, and a drugstore mouth guard did not work for my case. So, I went to the dentist so that they could possibly create a mouth guard for me, and I recently discovered that my canine teeth never came in. They are impacted above my front teeth.

To prevent further pain, teeth grinding, and other complications, I will need surgery to remove the impacted teeth as well as two teeth from the bottom, and braces to correct my bite. Unfortunately, this will cost me $5,000 with the help of insurance.

I am very grateful that I found this out before it was too late. However, this financial burden is weighing heavily on me, and any contribution will bring me closer to a healthier, pain-free smile.