Scientists have proved smiling relaxes facial muscles and calms the nervous system. Laughing sends more oxygen to the brain.
This triggers the release of brain chemicals called endorphins – which are responsible for making you happy. Not only that, but if you look happy you’re likely to seem more friendly and approachable to other people.
The Psychology of a Smile
The more you smile, the more happy hormones are released. That’s not the only benefit of smiling, smiling helps:
- You make more friends.
- People bond together.
- You feel better and want to smile more.
- Self-medication and healing.
Importance of Straight Teeth
While most people attribute the lack of self confidence as the downside of crooked teeth. In addition, crooked teeth can be detrimental to your dental health and pose a threat to your overall health.
Take a look at some of the factors that come into play because of crooked teeth:
- Crooked Teeth Mean Bad Oral Health
Toothbrush bristles have a difficult time reaching the nooks and crannies between crooked teeth. This can lead to bacteria growth, which also increases the chances of developing gum disease.
Also, crooked teeth can rub against each other and lead to the erosion of enamel.
- Crooked Teeth May Cause Digestive Issues
Normally we think digestion starts in the stomach. Actually, the mouth is the beginning point where food gets ground by our teeth and mixes with saliva.
From there food goes to the esophagus and then on to the stomach. Protruding upper and lower teeth may rub together in a way that prevents normal jaw alignment, making it difficult to chew, which might cause digestive issues in the long run.
- Crooked Teeth Can Cause Bad Breath
Bad breath is caused by lingering mouth bacteria, and since crooked teeth are not easy to clean, there might be a constant case of lingering mouth bacteria causing the mouth to smell.
- Crooked Teeth Cause Jaw Problems
Without proper alignment of teeth, there might be a chance of overbites and underbites. This can result in dental issues like TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint) Disorder and jaw pain that can cause difficulties in speaking, smiling and eating.
This makes it all the more important to get your teeth appropriately aligned. By fixing your teeth you will be able to avoid a number of dental complications and of course, enhance your smile, which has benefits of its own.
Smiling makes you seem happier, satisfied with life and confident in yourself. It also makes you seem like a more approachable and friendlier person.
That boost of confidence is irreplaceable!
See Your Dentist Today
- Straightening your crooked teeth out doesn’t take much in this day and age. Braces and retainers are almost transparent and their wear time is comparatively lesser than before, making the treatment options highly cost effective too!
Copyright: toa55 / 123RF Stock Photo
