The Smile Train

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]


The Smile Train is an international charity which helps children suffering from cleft lip and palate.

It was founded in 1999, and as of 2007, has treated over 265,000 children. 100% of all donations go towards providing cleft surgery, as the Board of Directors pay all administrative and fundraising costs. It supports treatment, training and research in over 66 countries, with its major focus on China and India.

In the United States, The Smile Train qualifies as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit by the Internal Revenue Service, and donations are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

See also

The Smile Train is an international charity which helps children suffering from cleft lip and palate.

External links

Cleft lip and palate Microchapters

Home

Patient Information

Overview

Pathophysiology

Causes

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms

Physical Examination

Treatment

Surgery

Psychosocial Issues

Primary Prevention

Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy

Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

The Smile Train On the Web

Most recent articles

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CME Programs

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American Roentgen Ray Society Images of The Smile Train

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NICE Guidance

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Directions to Hospitals Treating Cleft lip and palate

Risk calculators and risk factors for The Smile Train

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