Stories & Smiles

Your support turns compassion into action—and action into smiles.

From the Philippines to Paraguay, SFEF’s global dental care efforts are only possible because of generous supporters like you. Together, we bring Smiles to Everyone.

Global Support Makes It Possible

💛 Global Support Makes It Possible

At the Smiles for Everyone Foundation (SFEF), every story of healing and hope begins with one thing: support.

From bringing dental care to indigenous communities in the Philippines, to launching new outposts in Africa, to serving families in Mexico, Nicaragua, Thailand, and beyond—none of it would be possible without the generosity of those who believe in our mission.

A Global Movement of Compassion

🌍 A Global Movement of Compassion

We are deeply thankful for the unwavering commitment of The SFEF Board and our global partners. Your trust, funding, and encouragement allow our teams and dentists to travel where the need is greatest, often overcoming difficult conditions to deliver care with professionalism and compassion.

Every smile restored, every child served, and every life touched is a reflection of your belief that health and dignity should never be out of reach.

Sharing in the Joy

💙 Sharing in the Joy

We hope you share in our joy as we extend dental care to those who need it most. These stories are not just about procedures—they’re about connection, hope, and showing up for people who might otherwise be forgotten.

 

Together, we bring Smiles to Everyone.

Conclusion

💛 Every restored smile is a reminder that compassion knows no borders. Thanks to the unwavering support of our donors, partners, and board, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation continues to reach those most in need around the world. Together, we are proving that hope, dignity, and care belong to everyone—everywhere. 🌍💙

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Philippines

Rache Macaranas

Administrator

Col. Percy Macaranas

Administrator

Operating from two locations (Mindanao and Luzon), the Philippines team bring dental care to those most in need, including PDLs (Persons Deprived of Liberty) in city jails and remote tribes like T’boli tribe that often require seven hours or more of travel over rough roads to reach them.

Laos

Dr. Sonexay Kounlavong

Lead Dentist

Good Begin

Administrator

Though they faced economic challenges and massive regional flooding in 2024, the Laos team worked hard to serve their community, including students attending a monastary. This outpost was organically developed by the Thai team, and the two regularly do outreach together.

Rwanda

Dr. Jesse Wong

Lead Dentist

Launched in January 2025, our newest outpost is led by Dr. Jesse Wong, a Canadian dentist who has lived in Rwanda for 10+ years.

With just two dentists for every 100,000 people in the country, the team is gearing up to treat over 4,000 people in their first year of operation, meeting serious needs in the region, where tooth decay in up to 50% of children is due to high levels of fluoride in the drinking water.

Thailand

Dr. Wata Siyootagrai

Lead Dentist

Narissara (Oh) Jearajetchai

Administrator

Working tirelessly to build partnerships and expand operations, our Thailand outpost has served schools, communities and remote tribes.

In 2024, they have placed their focus to serving refugees from Myanmar, the homeless, children in orphanages, and sex workers—those who have the least access to dental care.

Ghana

Dr. Tinuola Esther Mark

Lead Dentist

Kwesi Oduro-Korankye

Administrator

Ghana won the 2024 Outpost of the Year Award for its outstanding work. By partnering with the Ghana Health Service, this outpost has recruited and assigned dentists to each district of the Ashanti region, ensuring comprehensive care.

Paraguay

Judah Mooney

Director, Diaconia

Pablo Ortiz

Administrator

Dr. Andrea Lopez

Lead Dentist

Paraguay was our first outpost, and began with one doctor serving once a month.


Today, the Paraguay team operates a mobile clinic, partners with dentists at their clinics, and runs a program at Guternburg School.

Central America

Dr. Reyes

Lead Administrator

A dedicated team of volunteer dentists provide much-needed care to communities in need. This year, the outpost partnered with a youth organization, offering services and education to children and adolescents who otherwise don’t have access to dental care.

Mexico

Jesus Perez

Director

Using innovative strategies and technology to increase efficiency and overcome barriers, the Mexico outpost is connected with key universities in the area to collaborate with dental school students.



The team also opened a Smiles Dental Consultation Room for patients who need follow-up from the larger outreaches.

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