This volunteer-led initiative will provide free cleft lip and cleft palate surgeries to children and young adults, transforming lives and restoring confidence one smile at a time.
Since 2006, Operation Smile South Africa has been committed to increasing access to safe, effective surgical care for patients born with cleft conditions. This July, a team of local and international medical volunteers will unite to deliver world-class care at no cost to families in need.
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In addition to the surgical programme, Operation Smile will run a free dental-care weekend on 26 and 27 July, also hosted at Rob Ferreira Hospital. The dental outreach focuses on paediatric patients and will provide a full range of essential oral health services including dental exams, cleanings, extractions, restorations, hygiene education, fissure sealants, and baby tooth root canals (pulpotomies). Services will be offered on a first come, first served basis at the hospital’s dental department.
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“Every child deserves access to safe surgery and comprehensive oral healthcare,” says Ronel Visagie, communications coordinator at Operation Smile South Africa. “Through this programme, we aim to reach those who have been waiting far too long and offer them the care they deserve – free of charge.”
For more information contact Ronel Visagie on 021 447 3608 or ronel.visagie@operationsmile.org.za, or visit www.operationsmile.org.za.
