Global Smile Foundation

A Night to Make a Difference! ?? Dr. Usama Hamdan, President & Co-Founder of Global Smile Foundation, invites you to join us at our Building Brighter Futures Gala on November 9th. Let’s come together to create brighter futures through comprehensive cleft care! Will you be there to make an impact? ?? Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q02T8YS00 #GSFGala #BuildingBrighterFutures #CleftCare

World Mental Health Day Caring for the Whole Person, Inside and Out ?? At Global Smile Foundation, we believe in building brighter futures for individuals with cleft conditions. Our mission goes beyond surgical care; we recognize the emotional and psychological challenges that many face on their cleft journey. ?? Living with a cleft can affect a person’s confidence, self-esteem, and mental well-being. That’s why our approach to comprehensive cleft care includes mental health support, ensuring that every individual and their family feel seen, heard, and supported. On World Mental Health Day, we work to: ?? Raise awareness about the importance of mental health in cleft care ?? Encourage open conversations to break the stigma ?? Offer a message to those facing challenges Let’s continue to support holistic care — because everyone deserves to smile, inside and out. ??? #WorldMentalHealthDay #ComprehensiveCleftCare #MentalHealthMatters #BuildingBrighterFutures #GlobalSmileFoundation

The Countdown Has Begun! ??? We are thrilled to announce that the 1st South African Comprehensive Cleft Care Workshop is fast approaching, happening in Cape Town, South Africa, on October 23 & 24, 2024! ?? Whether you attend in person or virtually, this is a unique opportunity to explore the latest developments in cleft care. With an exceptional lineup of African and international experts, you’ll have access to cutting-edge knowledge across essential areas such as Anesthesia, Surgery, Dentistry & Orthodontics, Speech Pathology, and Psychosocial & Sustainable Global Health. Don’t miss this incredible chance to learn from top global professionals and expand your network! ?? Register now for two days of impactful education.: https://hubs.li/Q02Sj0xS0 #CCCW2024 #CleftCareWorkshop #CleftCare #SouthAfrica

Gulf Oil's generosity fuels more than just engines—it fuels smiles that last a lifetime. ?? Thank you for being a Sparkling Smiles Sponsor at the Building Brighter Futures Gala. Your support goes beyond the evening—it helps transform lives through cleft care. Save your seat at https://hubs.li/Q02S4vwN0 #BuildingBrighterFutures #SparklingSmiles #GlobalSmileFoundation #CleftCare

?? October is #NationalDentalHygieneMonth, and at GSF, we know that healthy smiles go hand-in-hand with brighter futures! ? As we provide comprehensive cleft care, we emphasize the importance of dental hygiene in creating lasting, confident smiles. Good oral health is crucial for every child’s journey to recovery and well-being. Join us this month in raising awareness about the role dental hygiene plays in transforming lives and promoting healthy smiles for children worldwide! #NationalDentalHygieneMonth #GlobalSmileFoundation #HealthySmiles #CleftCare #BuildingBrighterFutures

We’re pleased to share the Stats from our recent mission in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The volunteers from GSF and GSF-Ecuador have made a significant impact, transforming lives with their care. Here are the key statistics that illustrate the deep and meaningful difference they’ve made. GYE Program STATS 231 patients screened 188 surgical and dental procedures under general anesthesia for 75 patient Gender breakdown (for surgeries): Male: 46 Female: 29 Age breakdown (for surgeries): 0 to 4: 42 5 to 12: 20 13 to 17:?6 18+: 7 152 Psychosocial consults for 76 patients 75 Nutrition & Feeding Consults 79 SLP Consults 152 dental procedures for?96 patients 128 dental hygiene kits distributed Thank you to everyone who helped make this OMP possible. Your support was invaluable. #GSFEC2024 #OMPstats Usama Hamdan

?THANK YOU to Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast for being our 'Bright Smiles Sponsor' at this year's Brighter Futures Gala in support of Global Smile Foundation! Your support helps transform lives through comprehensive cleft care and brighter smiles around the world. ?? Join us for an unforgettable evening that makes a difference – tickets are still available! ??? If you can’t attend in person, you can still support by making a donation. Every contribution brings us closer to brighter futures. ?? https://hubs.li/Q02Rhpr40 #BrighterFuturesGala #GlobalSmileFoundation #CleftCare #ThankYouCocaCola #MakeADifference #DonateNow

Unidos por Sonrisas y Esperanza ??? Celebramos una alianza entre la #UEESCLINIC?y la Fundación #GlobalSmile. Una sonrisa no es solo un gesto, es la puerta a un futuro lleno de oportunidades y sue?os cumplidos. Este es un paso más para que cada ni?o reciba la atención que merece. ?Sigamos creando sonrisas juntos! ?? Nota completa ??? https://lnkd.in/eTEEp-h5 #EsperanzaEnCadaSonrisa #UEESyGlobalSmile #TransformandoVidas

?A huge thank you to Yatco for being our Sparkling Smiles Sponsor at the Building Brighter Futures Gala on November 9th! Their support helps us provide life-changing comprehensive cleft care and brighter futures for children around the world. We can't wait to celebrate together! ?? Get your ticket to the Gala at https://hubs.li/Q02Qtwv00 #BuildingBrighterFutures #SparklingSmiles #YATCO #GlobalSmileFoundation

A heartfelt thank you to American Airlines for supporting our humanitarian cleft care program in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Together, we're making a real difference in the lives of underserved patients born with cleft and their families, helping to build a brighter future for them all. #gsfec2024 #americanairlines #thankyou #cleftcare Usama Hamdan