A study by the American Association of Orthodontists that queried 1,000 nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18 and older, showed that a beautiful smile can truly be priceless at any age! Not only is a smile the first thing many people notice when meeting someone new, but a good smile can lead to perceptions amongst social circles, potential love interests and professional settings.
1. What’s the first thing Americans notice upon meeting someone new?
37% Smile
33% Eyes
15% Weight
9% Hair
2% Nose
2. In association to finding LOVE, most Americans think that crooked teeth are more negative than a receding hairline.
77% Crooked Teeth
23% Receding Hairline
3. Professional Development: 78% of Americans associate crooked teeth with unsuccessful people in the workforce.
4. Social Success: 48% of 18-24 year olds have detagged themselves from a photo on Facebook because of their smile.
Overall, people agreed that having a beautiful smile will improve most aspects of happiness in life!