To Smiles for Success and AAWD,

My name is Loretta Salazar. After being a victim of domestic violence for 20 years I have been without most of my teeth for quite a while. I've learned to cope without my smile for so long that it not only has affected my life but my self esteem as well. I have been so self conscious about my missing teeth that it has prohibited me from living my life the way I want to. I have not been able to look at people without feeling embarrassed or afraid that they would make fun of me or perhaps judge me. In trying to find employment I have been unable to have the confidence I normally would have had if I weren’t so self-conscious about opening my mouth to speak and really feel comfortable about myself.

Now that I have been offered the once in a lifetime chance to have my smile back through the "Smiles for Success" program I really feel I have a chance to get my life back. I look forward to the change with open arms and am eternally grateful for this program. The kindness and generosity they have shown me is overwhelming. I can't thank them enough for their help. I have had the pleasure to work with Dr. Lila Larin and Staff and they have been phenomenal, I feel like they really care and by the way they have treated me I feel their sincerity with every visit. I look forward to finally seeing my smile whole again and would like to thank everyone for their help and kindness. I have nothing but good things to feel and say about this program and the special individuals that are such a major part in the process.

Thank you again Smiles for Success and Dr. Lila Larin. Without you I would not feel a success.

Sincerely,

Loretta Salazar

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