Medical volunteers transform young lives
If you’ve been following the story of 2-year-old Ntlelo on our website, you’ll be delighted to hear that she was one of 22 children and adults who received life changing surgery last weekend
Dental obturators – what are they and what do they do?
An obturator is a custom-made plate designed to close a gap between the roof of the mouth (palate) and the nasal cavity. Its primary function is to stop food and drink from entering the nasal passage.
Breastfeeding challenges for moms of babies born with cleft
For moms of babies born with cleft conditions, breastfeeding may be a challenge. Owing to structural abnormalities in the lip or mouth, infants born with a cleft lip or palate may not be able to latch onto the breast to create a seal.
Cycling adventures overseas raise funds for Operation Smile
In 2022, Dan Meyer cycled 3500 kilometers through Europe, from Copenhagen to Rome to raise funds for Operation Smile. A year later, he cycled down the west coast of America from Canada to Mexico.
A father’s struggle to get safe surgery for his son
Even though there is a history of cleft palate in their family, when little Seipati was born, his parents didn’t realise he was affected.