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Help abuse victim get a new smile

  • First 2 teeth out! - GRAPHIC PHOTOS WARNING

      18 December 2024
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    I Had the two most infected teeth extracted with great thanks to everyone who donated and allowed me to be able to have them removed. The teeth barely even looked like teeth. I'll be able to get about 8 taken out total but I still have a lot of damage to my heart because of the on going infections so they said it would be better to do 1 or 2 at a time. It didn't hurt having them taken out this week but the pain after was hard. Im still having to ask if this is really happening because never did I think I would get one donor and I got over 100! Having my teeth removed didn't seem as traumatic as it would be. It was uplifting because it happened from over 100 people I don't know who cared and wanted to help and its something I've never experienced and it was freeing getting the two teeth out so far removed because I felt like I was getting rid of another part of my ex partner and felt a sense of finally being able to move forward! The broken teeth just felt like I had been branded and my ex would always be a part of me no matter how hard I tried because he branded me by breaking my teeth and taking my smile. And now I'm taking it back! One step at a time. I've always been scared of the dentist but as soon as the teeth came out, I felt free again.

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  • Extractions and questions about dentures!

      11 December 2024
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    Thank you so much to everyone who has left really kind messages and donated. I've been able to make an appointment next week to see the dentist to have six of the most infected teeth extracted, costing $2,950 for all six extractions with IV sedation. The dentist reviewed my xray and said theres 13 teeth that have abscesses that urgently need to be removed but due to cost, I'm starting with 6. A few people have suggested dentures as a option, I was hoping I would be suitable for dentures so I don't have to have several surgeries but I have sought out a few different opinions and because of significant bone loss that had already happened from infections that have spread to the bone that have gone untreated, I'm not a suitable candidate for dentures. The treatment plan at the moment is to have all my teeth extracted, have bone grafts to my upper and lower jaw and get all in 6 upper and lower implants. If I am unable to meet my goal, I will get as many teeth extracted as possible and if I can afford it, I'll get dentures for the mean time. Thank you very much again for all the kind messages and for all the donations. The 6 extractions next week will really help relieve some of the pain and symptoms caused by the ongoing infections.

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    • 11/12/2024 by Jennifer

      Thank you so much for the update. It’s great to know you’re making some progress. All the very, very best. 💖💕💖💕

  • Thank you so much to RNZ and everyone who has shared and donated

      10 December 2024

    I'm in complete awe at not just all the donations but all the kind messages, they have meant the universe to me reading all the kind words from everybody. I will make sure to respond to every single person. For those asking for RNZ to share the page, they unfortunately can't. I can't thank Louise enough at RNZ for allowing me to have someone to open up to because it has been something I have avoided and sharing my story. If even 1 person reads this story and gets the courage to get up and leave their abusive situation, then that will be the greatest success. It's going to be a long road to recovery physically and emotionally but reading all these kind messages have meant just everything to me. I cannot thank everyone enough for all the love and kindness they have shown. I didn't think for a second my story would reach this many people.

    If you, yourself are in a abusive situation, please get in touch. You can contact Louise at RNZ for my information. Abuse isn't always just physical, but in most situations, it does lead to it. If you're in an emotionally abusive or controlling relationship, please get out now. Taking that first step is always hard but there is life beyond the situation you're currently in. For those that have a loved one that you suspect is in an abusive relationship. Please don't give up on them, even if they try push you away, please don't give up and still show them kindness and support and give them the strength to leave.

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    • 10/12/2024 by Jennifer

      Hi there, how lovely to get your message! I shared your story on my messenger app and got lots of comments back some from people I know sharing their own stories. That was a surprise to me. I know my people will donate what they can. I sincerely hope you are able to get some help with the dental situation. Might dentures be an option?

      With regard to your horrific abuse it will always be a part of your life but hopefully won’t define it. I feel you have taken the first step towards healing and there are so many positive vibes coming your way you will be able to create a fulfilling pathway into the future. Respect to you! With love and hugs xxxxoooo