Smile Train

The Smile Train Virtual Surgery Simulator

An interactive way of learning cleft surgical techniques

Smile Train, the world's largest cleft charity, has partnered with BioDigital to launch the first web-based, 3D, interactive surgical explorer for cleft care.

The Smile Train Virtual Surgery Simulator provides surgeons around the world with next generation surgical training technology for learning surgical techniques in cleft lip and palate repair. Through leveraging state-of-the-art technology, Smile Train and BioDigital aim to change the world, one smile at a time.

FEATURES

* Interactive Exploration: Explore the virtual cleft lip and palate in interactive 3D

* Simulation of Surgical Procedures: Interact with primary and secondary cleft repairs step by step

* Descriptions and Audio: Read and listen to chapters detailing each step of the procedures

* Live Surgical Videos: Access live surgical video at each step of the procedure

* Expert Tutorials: Follow expert opinion on critical landmarks and incisions

* Quiz Engine: Test your knowledge using the quiz engine

Smile Train's VISION

Every child born with a cleft - anywhere in the world - should have the opportunity to live a full and productive life. Smile Train supports innovative education and training programs, including the Cleft Surgical Simulator, to empower local medical professionals to provide safe, quality, timely, free and cost-effective comprehensive cleft treatment for the millions of poor children around the world who suffer from cleft lip and/or palate.