A deep dive into the ROI of cosmetic dentistry, exploring how an improved smile can impact self-confidence, career success, and social capital
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – (March 18, 2025) – Many people are unaware of the importance of a smile. While it is a way of communicating with people, it also significantly affects how people feel about themselves. A great smile can boost confidence, while one that needs work can leave people pulling away and feeling unsure of themselves. Investing in one’s smile is an ultimate power move that can help people in nearly all aspects of their lives.
“I’ve seen the transformative impact that one’s smile can have in their life,” explains Dr. Tyler Hales, a celebrity dentist who founded Hales Aesthetic in Orange County, Calif. “I love being able to help people obtain the beautiful smile they want so that they are no longer held back in life. The sky is the limit when you love your teeth and smile!”
In a study published in Scientific Reports, researchers share that smiling increases socially perceived attractiveness and is also considered a signal of trustworthiness and intelligence. Yet those who don’t like their smile often avoid showing it, either by trying not to smile much or hiding it with their hand. Being able to improve one’s smile so the person is happy with it can do wonders to help them feel more confident and increase self-esteem.
According to research published by the American Psychological Association, high self-esteem benefits relationships, school, work, mental health, physical health, and antisocial behavior. This was true among all genders, ages, and race/ethnicity groups. High self-esteem will help people achieve more in life and likely improve their quality of life and happiness.
The connection between having a higher self-esteem and a smile that one feels comfortable with and likes is undeniable. People who want their smile will likely be more outgoing, open, and willing to talk to others. They will laugh more, smile more, and be seen by others as more attractive. Now that we live in a high-tech society, people are becoming increasingly aware of their smiles, for better or worse. They see it with every Facetime call, online conference call, pictures posted online, and even working from home and interacting with people via computer videos.
The return on investment that comes from upgrading one’s teeth and smile would be difficult to measure. This is because it has a far-reaching impact in so many areas of one’s life. Those who have invested in their smile feel and see the difference that it makes across all areas of their lives, from home to work and in between.
“If we could calculate the ROI for having an amazing smile, it would blow people away,” adds Hales. “How do you put a price on feeling confident and loving what you see in the mirror? I’m so happy to be a part of changing people’s lives in such a way. The bottom line is that having the confidence to love your smile is invaluable. Investing in your teeth is the ultimate power move!”
Dr. Hales knows how people’s lives have changed from investing in their smiles. He has also seen how the industry has changed, keeping pace with technological advances. New AI tools, for example, provide a way to design a smile using a picture and an overlay of the person’s teeth so that it comes together to create a more accurate design, as well as better fittings for things like veneers.
Dr. Hales specializes in Harmony Veneers, which he offers exclusively. Patients from around the world visit him so they can love their smile. Harmony Veneers provides a natural look, each hand-crafted and unique, with an ultra-modern design, and they are uniquely customized for each person. The veneers offer natural characteristics and last 20-30 years. They also require only a minimal prep to ensure a perfect fit. Dr. Hales has helped numerous celebrities with smiles, including Jax Taylor, Slade Smiley, Madison LeCroy, Faye Resnick, Jennifer Pedranti, Ryan Boyajian, Katie Ginella, Vicki Gunvalson, Rachel Uchitel and Peggy Tanous. He offers the “Hales Reel Smile” process, allowing people to see the finished product’s appearance during the free consultation.
Providing a full range of dental services, Hales Aesthetic offers veneers, teeth cleaning and whitening, implants, cosmetic dentistry, same-day crowns, fillings, root canals, laser dentistry, dentures, TMJ treatment, wisdom teeth removal, sedation dentistry, Invisalign, emergency dentistry, bridges, and more. To get more information or submit a photo for a free virtual smile consultation, visit the site at: https://halesaesthetic.com/
About Hales Aesthetic:
Dr. Tyler Hales is a nationally renowned celebrity cosmetic dentist and founder of Hales Aesthetic, located in South Orange County, Calif. Dr. Hales graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry, where he discovered his passion for cosmetic dentistry and now dedicates his time exclusively to creating confident smiles with porcelain veneers. With modern technological advancements, Dr. Hales provides unparalleled results that transform lives. To learn more and schedule a free virtual consultation, visit the site at https://halesaesthetic.com/. Follow @drtylerhales on Instagram to see actual patient results, special offers, and surprising before and after images.
