Operation Smile

We are a global nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of patients and their communities by increasing access to safe surgery and comprehensive care.

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Comprehensive cleft care begins long before surgery. This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, meet regional nutrition officer Anna Nombo, who is helping families in Tanzania overcome feeding challenges through breastfeeding support & nutrition counseling. Read more: https://t.co/aHV7MTHl2o

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Access to care is more than surgery— it requires an ongoing, comprehensive approach. Through #Operation100 we’re investing in hospitals and providers to deliver care closer to home, so more children grow up healthier—no matter where they live. Learn more: https://t.co/XkiiWKdahn

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How is artificial intelligence changing the future of surgery? Join us August 11 at 10 a.m. EST for a live #webinar exploring how #AI is shaping surgical practice, #training, #research and publishing, with perspectives from East Africa. Register now: https://t.co/NDeWGXYF8k

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Thank you for your continued partnership and support of ISLC! Together, we’re investing in the next generation of leaders to create lasting impact around the world 🌍

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What an inspiring week at @operationsmile's International Student Leadership Conference (ISLC) in Bangkok! 🌏👏

Align Technology was proud to sponsor the conference for the sixth year, supporting nearly 280 student leaders from 37 countries.

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This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, we’re highlighting the importance of breastfeeding support and education. Explore our “Basic Introduction: Breastfeeding an Infant” webinar to learn the fundamentals and ways to support infants with cleft conditions: https://t.co/jfPICASFhO #WBW2026

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Behind every cleft surgery is a broader system of care, #training & support. Learn how our regional medical officers help strengthen local #healthsystems & advance safe, comprehensive #cleftcare worldwide. Read more: https://t.co/ds2XNl7srI #CleftAndCraniofacialAwarenessMonth

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After surgery, Peter had a bright new smile and began growing in confidence. His story reflects how access to care can change a child’s future and how misconceptions about cleft conditions can shape what families believe is possible. Learn more: https://t.co/TsGdSfBTCL

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Over two days in Dar es Salaam, Operation Smile Tanzania brought together speech-language therapists, community health workers and others for a Language Enrichment Booklet Training to strengthen #cleftcare and support communication outcomes for children with cleft conditions.

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Supported by @AlignTechInc for the sixth year, students are building skills, sharing experiences and exploring how they can create lasting change.

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#ISLC2026 is underway in Bangkok, Thailand! High school and undergraduate student volunteers from 40+ countries have come together for a week of leadership, learning and connection at our 34th annual International Student Leadership Conference

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Every 3 minutes, a child is born with a #cleftcondition somewhere in the world. During Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, learn more about cleft conditions, why comprehensive care matters and how we’re expanding access to care worldwide: https://t.co/Q3dZ73j57R

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@AlignTechInc Thank you for your continued partnership and support of ISLC. Together, we’re helping equip the next generation of health advocates and leaders!

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Align Technology is proud to sponsor @OperationSmile's International Student Leadership Conference (ISLC) for the sixth year. 🌟 This year's conference in Bangkok, Thailand, will bring together approximately 280 students from 37 countries.

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Pleased to be featured in @Nature’s article, “How voluntary work can boost your career in science,” by @JacquiThornton. The story explores how volunteering advances research and global health, and features Dr. Caroline Yao of Operation Smile. Read more: https://t.co/DN3WxF4Id8

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Every one of our volunteers plays a vital role in expanding access to care. From identifying patients to preparing children for surgery and training the next generation of surgeons, meet three volunteers from Ghana helping bring care closer to home: https://t.co/UxTfKbjbPH

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As July marks Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness & Prevention Month, we invite all health providers to watch this our webinar “Cleft Conditions, More Than Cosmetic: Common Syndromes & Functional Conditions Associated with Orofacial Clefts” to learn more: https://t.co/MOrzhquOUY

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Sometimes, hope begins with a conversation. In Mombasa, Kenya, psychosocial provider and volunteer Nancy supports families navigating a cleft journey. Through compassion and guidance, she helps make hope visible. #InternationalDayofHope #ThisIsWhatHopeLooksLike #WeBuildHope

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Ahead of #InternationalDayofHope on July 12, we’re celebrating hope in action. From expanding access to care to training healthcare providers & strengthening health systems, see five ways we’re building hope every day: https://t.co/k5xZmlcIc0 #ThisIsWhatHopeLooksLike #WeBuildHope

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Hope is built through long-term partnerships & local leadership. As we celebrate #InternationalDayofHope, we’re reminded that lasting change starts by investing in people & communities. Learn more from our @aspenideas Health 2026 session with @baxter_intl https://t.co/gQwqNubLEF

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Join us July 14 at 10 am ET for a live #webinar on “Surgical Financing Framework and Highlights from the LAC Region.” Learn about the surgical financing framework developed by the @HarvardPGSSC & explore financing models & practical examples. Register now: https://t.co/F6asEyEktk