[1] Since its founding in 2014, Laurent has gained international recognition for his innovative approaches to sustainable dentistry, including the creation of the eco-friendly toothbrush with replaceable heads.
[5] Since then, his activities have led to partnerships with United Nations, Clinton Foundation, American Express among others, and have earned him recognitions, including a recipient of the President Obama Lifetime Achievement Award for volunteer service in 2016 and one of top 100 under 40 Most Influential People of African Descent in 2019.
[2][12] Jean Paul is the founder of Unspoken Smiles Foundation, a non-profit organization with mission of promoting long-term oral health and economic security in the world's most disadvantaged regions.
[14] In 2022, organization was in 9 countries across four continents including India, Haiti, Romania, El Salvador, Guatemala, Iraqi Kurdistan, USA, Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica.
[15] Jean Paul in the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake while assisting children at a camp in Petionville, he noticed abnormal levels of dental deterioration then he was inspired to initiate Unspoken Smiles.
Through Unspoken Smiles, Jean Paul has earned recognition from organizations like the United Nations, Resolution Project, Clinton Foundation, Ashoka, American Express, and TED.