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Lorain Day of Giving 2018

“It was an amazing day full of amazing patients and an even more amazing team.” – Tammy Basnett, Smile Brands Inc. Director of Market Operations for the Cleveland and Midwest Cities.

African Faith Basic School Outreach

On March 16, 2018, our Ghana International Outpost team did another outreach to provide dental care for children in need in the community. Patients were screened and selected at the African Faith Basic School in the Atwima Kwanwoma District in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.

Roseville Day of Giving 2018

“The Day of Giving is a great opportunity for me and my team to give back to our community.  The Day of Giving event is a reminder that there is a need for dental care in our community [and it] allows us to give back to those less fortunate who may have obstacles accessing dental […]

Avondale Day of Giving 2018

Over 50 individuals in the Avondale community received free dental care at Bright Now! Dental on February 24, 2018. “[It is] great to have so many people willing to help.” Herbert Tutrone, along with many other patients who received care that day, was very appreciative of the opportunity to receive free dental care after not […]

Kyekyewere Dental Outreach

On Wednesday, February 7, 2018, our Ghana International Outpost team visited Kyekyewere in the Atwima Kwanwoma district to provide dental care for  children in need in the community.

Temecula Day of Giving 2018

Over $80,000 in donated dentistry was provided during a record-breaking Day of Giving in Temecula, California on February 11. With 50 volunteers- including dentists, hygienists, assistants, and front office staff- we were able to deliver Smiles for 80 underserved individuals at the Bright Now! Dental office on Temecula Parkway.

Matagalpa International Outreach

On January 29-31, 2018, our outpost in Nicaragua held a dental outreach at the school of the Yale community #2, located near the Department of Matagalpa. The team was able to treat 150 patients from the Yale villages, providing a total of 247 procedures, including cleanings and extractions.

Denver Day of Giving 2018

Over 25 volunteers from eight area Bright Now! Dental locations gathered at the Lakewood, Colo., office on Saturday, January 27, to provide nearly $30,000 in donated dentistry during a Day of Giving. The team worked to deliver care to over 40 underserved patients from the community, with services including checkups, cleanings, oral cancer screenings, fluoride […]

Omkoi International Outreach

Our Thailand International Outpost continues to serve the people in need in their community through their many dental outreaches. On January 19-20, 2018, four dentists and fifteen support staff volunteered their time to deliver Smiles to 226 individuals in the Omkoi district of Chiangmai, Thailand.

Ocala Smile Project

When Candelaria Ramirez, a recent immigrant from Central America, needed dental treatment, the Ocala, Fla., Bright Now!® Dental office stepped in to help.

Costa Rica

Also launched in January 2026, the Costa Rica outpost is building relationships with local providers and organizations to support access to quality dental care. The team is currently focused on infrastructure setup, collaboration opportunities, and planning initial clinical outreaches.

Zambia

Set to launch in October 2026, the Zambia outpost is in its planning phase, with an emphasis on community engagement and long-term sustainability. Preparations include identifying local partners, securing resources, and developing outreach strategies to address significant unmet dental needs

Zimbabwe

Launched in January 2026, the Zimbabwe outpost is focused on establishing local partnerships and assessing community needs to deliver sustainable dental care. Early efforts center on equipment support, volunteer coordination, and laying the groundwork for future outreach programs in underserved communities.

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

Shirley Grissetti

Administrator

Dr. Paulina Sanchez

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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