New smiles, new beginnings

MANILA, Philippines - A total of 122 Kapuso beneficiaries now have a reason to smile as GMA Kapuso Foundation recently carried out its annual Ngiting Kapuso project, with each individual receiving a new set of complete or partial dentures.

In support of Oral Health month in February, the Kapuso Foundation partnered with the Philippine Dental Association and the Philippine Association of Private School Dentists to provide the free service.

The project is part of the GMA Kapuso Foundation’s medical assistance program Bisig Bayan, which provides free medicine and medical services to indigent beneficiaries afflicted with various ailments.

Centered on the importance of oral health care, the project recognizes the impact a simple procedure creates on the lives of the beneficiaries, notably on their self-esteem.

GMA Kapuso Foundation EVP and COO Mel Tiangco views it as an opportunity for a small gesture to have a big impact. “Uplifting the lives of our countrymen does not only mean effecting change on a grand scale. With projects like Ngiting Kapuso, we can see how giving back the smiles on the faces of the beneficiaries makes them more confident and opens doors to more opportunities,” she said.

The Ngiting Kapuso project gave full dentures to 92 patients while providing partial dentures to 30 patients. All patients were screened and fitted for their dentures in a series of clinic sessions held during the month. The beneficiaries also attended lectures on how to properly use and maintain their new dentures.

For more on GMA Kapuso Foundation’s programs and projects, visit www.gmanetwork.com/kapusofoundation.