Volunteer Finds Way to Connect Patients with Caring Dentists

Meet Dr. Beau Meyer, a passionate pediatric dentist making a real difference for kids with ectodermal dysplasias! His dedication, creativity, and heart for his patients shine through in everything he does. Want to hear how he’s changing lives—and maybe even get inspired yourself? Don’t miss this volunteer spotlight!

New Board and Council Members Bring Expertise and Insights to the NFED

The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) is thrilled to announce the addition of new leadership experts. Joining our Board of Directors, Patient Care Council, and Scientific Advisory Council, these four exceptional leaders will bring knowledge, experience and insights to advance the foundation’s mission of supporting and serving individuals and families affected by ectodermal dysplasias.

Our NFED volunteers light the way!

Whenever the NFED has a need, our volunteers step forward and help. We want to let you know that your dedication and inspiration is essential to the work that we do—we simply cannot do it without you. THANK YOU! 

Dr. Albert Guckes: A Dentist With a Big Heart

Back in the 1980s, a prosthodontist named Dr. Albert D. Guckes became interested in the ectodermal dysplasias. He speculated that dental implants might be a viable treatment for affected adults who were missing teeth. His landmark study would impact generations to come with what they learned. We not only thank Dr. Guckes for this study but for what he did for the next three decades to help our families.