(Salma | Photo courtesy of VIM)
When she was happy or when someone told a joke, Salma wasn’t used to flashing a big smile. That’s because she had very few teeth remaining. Thanks to our community partner, Denture Artistry, she now has a set of beautiful new dentures!
“It makes me happy now that I can smile, and I feel good because now I can chew too,” said Salma. “I’m very grateful for all the attention Denture Artistry gave me, now I have teeth! Without them and without VIM, I wouldn’t have been able to get my dentures. The dentists were very kind, and they had three staff members who spoke Spanish. My sisters said they did a great job, and the dentures look very nice. They say they look like my natural teeth, and I look happier now.”
About Denture Artistry
Our goal is to provide you with a thorough exam and spend quality time with you reviewing your dental needs and discuss a treatment plan to improve your overall dental health and smile.
About Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades (VIM) is a nonprofit clinic in Bend that provides free medical care to low-income, uninsured adults from working families in Central Oregon. Our mission is “to improve the health and wellness of the medically uninsured or critically underserved through the engagement of professionals, community partners, and dedicated volunteers.” VIM is the only clinic in Central Oregon that cares for the uninsured without charge. Patients receive primary and specialty medical care, medications, mental health care, surgery, physical therapy, lab work, medical tests, and education programs. All care is provided through medical and support volunteers.
