Smile - A lifestyle Asset

 

SMILE – A LIFESTYLE ASSET

 

A beautiful smile is one of the first things people notice―a beautiful set of white teeth can help us attract new friends and make a good first impression at that job interview. Beautiful teeth show well-being and attractiveness and has become a status symbol. The condition of your teeth play an important role in your social life. A nice smile makes you feel great and has a positive effect on your private and business life.  Your teeth are your personal business card. 

 

Smile – an important asset in life 

A smile is a very important and essential asset in our life for three main reasons. It acts as a barometer for:

Mood 

First,  because of the signals and messages  it gives to others about how we feel, how we look, how we care for ourselves, and how healthy we are. A smile should be used as routine, not saved for special moments, because it indicates your personality, the type of person you wish to be. Gloomy people are unattractive and dour.

 

Approachability and attraction

Second, it immediately tells someone we are approachable, we want to share  the moment with them. It also tells the other person they are valued. A smile is the number one feature that makes people attractive.  People with great smiles radiate a warmth that draws others to them instantly and wins instant friends.

 

Interaction

Third,  it is the biggest tool in interacting with strangers and making new friendships because we don’t have to say anything. A smile cuts across  language and says it all while making you seem even more attractive.

 

Research shows relationship between smile and life experiences

According to a recent survey of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry…

- 90% of all adults consider an attractive smile to be an important social asset.

- 80% believe than an unattractive smile makes a person less appealing to the opposite sex

- 75% suspect that an unattractive smile can negatively impact their career opportunities.

 Nearly 50% said they would like to make some improvement in the appearance of their smile.

 

Studies have also shown that a beautiful, whiter, straighter smile will increase self confidence and lead to a healthier life style. A beautiful smile will give you the self confidence to do anything you want in life. Studies have also shown that individuals with with enhanced overall appearance due to healthier, whiter, and straighter smiles, get better jobs, get paid more, and open doors that they never thought possible.

 

What is the formula for a perfect smile?

 The whiteness of the teeth should match the whites of the eyes, else the smile will stand out too much and detract from the rest of the face.

 The top row of teeth should be dominant.

 All the teeth on display should be straight and healthy, and there should not appear any signs of decay or restorative work.

 The visibility of the gums should be as little as possible to avoid a “gummy” or “horsey” smile.

 

There is  nothing more empowering in our life than a smile!

A smile is one of the most universally recognizable facial expression, helping to depict an individual’s happiness, confidence, attractiveness, sociability and sincerity. 

Some people have a natural smile. Others must work at it. When you are having a good time, does your face show it? One way to tell is look at the photos taken. Do you like the way you looked in most of them?  One way to become better at smiling is increasing your awareness. Take notice of those you find warm and inviting.  Make an effort to look for great smiles. Notice the appeal of people who smile with their eyes, not just their mouth. The whole face gets involved. Consider those people your models. Study yourself in the mirror. How do you look in the rest room, when shopping, and while passing a reflective window? Do you look friendly or approachable?  Do you like the image you are projecting?

A smile broadcasts, “I love life!” Smiling, laughing and feeling joy, makes one feel good, provides stress relief, and leads to emotional and physical well-being.

A smiling person lets the sunshine in and gives others permission to smile too. There is  nothing more empowering in our life than a smile!!

 

 

 

In this busy world we live in, it’s more and more a reality that people judge each other by their appearance. A smile signals warmth, friendliness, and good feelings. We only get one chance to make a good first impression. A smile costs nothing, but gives much. It enriches those who receive, without making poorer those who give.