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Bringing Dental Care to Communities That Need It Most

Welcome to Smiles Movement, a specialized division of the MEDLIFE, committed to delivering essential dental care to underserved communities in Peru & Ecuador. Our mission is simple: bring back smiles to those who don’t have the means to create their own. Through dental mobile clinics, follow-up dental care, and volunteer spirit, we have touched the lives of thousands who previously lacked access to even basic dental care.

 

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ABOUT US

What Is Smiles Movement?

Smiles Movement is a specialized division of MEDLIFE, dedicated to providing essential dental care to underserved communities in Peru and Ecuador. Through dental mobile clinics, follow-up care, and education, we work to restore smiles and promote long-term oral health solutions.

To achieve our goal of expanding access to quality dental care, we empower students and volunteers to actively participate in Smiles Movement Service Learning Trips, working alongside local dental professionals to deliver free, high-quality treatment to communities in need.

With this support, MED Dental professionals provide essential preventive care, treatments, and oral health education, ensuring sustainable impact.

Our Mission
Restore smiles and empower communities through essential dental care, education, and prevention.
Our Vision
A world where preventable dental issues don’t hold anyone back, allowing everyone to smile confidently and stay healthy.
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New York, United States

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22 Oct, 2020

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11:23 pm- 12:30 pm

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Office Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM CST  |  Call: 1-844-633-5433

Our Impact at a Glance
50 K+
Dental Consultations since 2004
19 +
Years of Experience
150 K+
Toothbrushes Given
30 K+
Students Travelled Through MEDLIFE
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Updates From The Field

Dive into our collection of blog posts to discover the transformative impact of our projects and the inspiring stories of communities we’ve served.

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How Do I Get Hands-on Dental Assistant Training Without a License?

For pre-dental students and aspiring healthcare professionals, gaining hands-on dental assistant...

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The Role of Policy in Improving Dental Care Access in Latin America

Access to quality oral healthcare should not depend on where someone lives or how much they earn....

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How to discuss Volunteering in Dental School Interview Questions

Have you ever felt like your answer about volunteering sounded exactly like everyone else's? "I...

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How Do You Volunteer at a Hospital in Peru as a Student?

Are you aspiring to enter medicine, nursing, or public health? One of the best things you can do...

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The Safest Places In South America For Student Volunteer Trips

Traveling abroad for community service is a big milestone for a lot of young leaders and future...

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Learning Leadership Through Pre Med Volunteering: How Ohio State Won Most Outstanding College Chapter

Finding opportunities to build leadership skills while also gaining real-world experience can be a...