Health

Smiles Are the New Flex, But 34% of Malaysians Still Hide Theirs

Smiles aren’t just cosmetic anymore they’re currency. But here’s the catch: 34% of people admit they hide their teeth in photos, while more than half (56%) say they’ve tried to cover their smile in daily life. In Malaysia, the issue runs deeper, preventable dental problems like cavities, gum disease, and even oral lesions still affect millions.

At the same time, orthodontics is going through its own glow-up. The global orthodontic supplies market is set to hit nearly USD 11 billion by 2030, while Google searches for “clear aligners” in Southeast Asia have surged 60% since 2021. On TikTok, #SmileTransformation has already racked up more than 2 billion views, proof that fixing your teeth has officially entered the self-care chat.

Forget chunky metal braces. Today’s adults want something low-key, lifestyle-friendly, and effective. Enter clear aligners, discreet, stigma-free, and now a top choice for professionals, young parents, and even those who once avoided treatment altogether.

Leading the charge is Dr. Clear Aligners, a Southeast Asian brand making orthodontics affordable and accessible without compromising professional monitoring. According to Dr. Harveen, the brand’s Dental Director:

“Dental education hasn’t kept pace with today’s needs. Preventive care and digital dentistry must be prioritized. Otherwise, the gap between education and real-world practice will continue to compromise patient care.”

She stresses that outdated myths like braces being “just for teens” still hold many adults back from treatment, impacting both confidence and oral health. But with modern aligners, results are now clinically proven, lifestyle-friendly, and stigma-free.

For Dr. Harveen, the mission is bigger than straightening teeth:
“Good oral health improves not just smiles, but also confidence, self-esteem, and mental wellbeing.”

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