Our Stories

First it was their children. Now, Smile Train partner GSI is giving cleft moms unimagined opportunity, too.

With GSK, we're providing oral health training to support children with clefts.

How Dr. Aliyu Farinyaro and Dr. Amaka Ehighibe are Leading the Way

Love always finds a way.

The story of a cleft mother’s bravery, in her own words.

Building a sustainable, local foundation for success in our newest partner country.

At one month old, Mirian weighed just four pounds. Five months later, with the support of our local partners, she had transformed into a happy, chubby baby.

Dedicated Smile Train partners in Nigeria are taking to the streets to educate about clefts. 

When Valery was born, her parents cried at the sight of her cleft. Now, thanks to continuing treatment sponsored by Smile Train, Valery fills their lives with song and music.

Nigeria's first female oral surgeon has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children with clefts across the country. She found a worthy partner in Smile Train.

Auner was lucky to survive long enough to enter our partner's care. Now, he's thriving and smiling.