Lions support Operation Smile
Health That Lasts
While a cleft surgery can transform a child’s life in as little as 45 minutes, Operation Smile is committed to addressing our patients’ cleft care needs throughout their childhood and adolescence so that they can realize happier and healthier futures. A patient may need the care of many specialists who work as a team to ensure the best long-term outcomes. Our volunteers around the world conduct programs, partner with hospitals, and operate care centers to deliver the ongoing care our patients need and deserve.
SURGERY: Timely cleft surgery is essential to a patient’s long-term health and well-being.
NUTRITION: A cleft condition can cause malnourishment. Our nutritional support helps patients grow healthy for surgery.
SPEECH: Speech therapists help patients speak more clearly and teach parents feeding techniques for their babies.
DENTISTRY: Dentists provide specialized procedures and create devices that improve patients’ surgical results and overall health.
ORTHODONTICS: Orthodontic care is also crucial to a patient’s healthy oral development and personal confidence.
PSYCHOSOCIAL CARE: Certified psychosocial care providers help patients and families throughout the course of their treatment.
