Jean Paul Laurent is a Haitian-American social entrepreneur, inventor, and humanitarian dedicated to advancing oral health in underserved communities. As the founder of Unspoken Smiles, he has led programs across four continents, combining public health innovation with global social impact.
A graduate of NYU and Columbia University, Jean Paul is the first Haitian to receive a U.S. patent for a dental invention — an eco-friendly toothbrush with built-in storage for replaceable heads. His work has been recognized by the United Nations, Clinton Foundation, Ashoka, and President Obama’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Through Unspoken Smiles and platforms like SpurHeal, he continues to inspire new models for sustainable dentistry and health equity worldwide.
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