Five Reasons Smiling is Good for Your Body
July 11, 2017
Are you hesitant to show your pearly whites because they are crooked, have gaps, or your bite is off? Invisalign® is one way to improve the look of your teeth without the use of traditional metal braces. Smiling is a great way to improve your confidence, but it has many more benefits than just that, so don’t put off treatment from yoru dentist if you want a better smile.
1. Improves the Happiness of Others
Did you know that smiling is extremely contagious? Being happy and joyful causes those around you to smile as well, which instantly improves everyone’s mood.
2. Better Heart Health
Many people don’t know it, but the health of your mouth and gums is a big determinant of your heart health. It has also been shown that smiling can help with faster heart recovery after stressful occasions.
3. Higher Level of Success
People who smile tend to be more successful in their jobs. Not only do they tend to fare better in careers dealing with sales and customer service, but smiling causes individuals to seem more confident and sociable, which often helps them get promoted.
4. Improved Immune System
Smiling can boost the immune system, which significantly improves your physical health. Smiling also relaxes your body and releases endorphins, which decreases stress.
5. Enhanced Romantic Life
Not only do people feel more confident and attractive when they smile, they also look more attractive to prospective mates. Couples who smile more also tend to have better and happier relationships in general.
Improve Your Smile
Obviously, smiling is good for you physically, mentally, and emotionally. If you are looking to improve your smile, but want to do so in a subtle way, try Invisalign®, which preserves your appearance and comfort while straightening your teeth. Schedule an appointment with Drs. Adam and Hal Kimowitz to see if this is the right treatment for your needs.