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Did you know that your smile is often the first feature that people notice about you? But while it\u2019s true that a beautiful smile will capture the attention of those around you, it\u2019s also true that smiling is accompanied by several awesome health benefits that you might not know about! Here\u2019s more from your dentist<\/a> about five of the unique advantages that smiling has to offer and why you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to show off your pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Smiling Makes You Look Younger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s possible that you\u2019ve heard smiling or laughing can create wrinkles or crow\u2019s feet in the face, but this simply isn\u2019t true. In fact, some studies show that not smiling enough<\/em> is what causes these issues and causes a person to appear older. A study from the Max Planck Institute found that participants who viewed pictures of smiling faces thought they seemed much younger-looking than people pictured with neutral expressions. Needless to say, showing off your pearly whites can certainly turn back the clock!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. It Fortifies Your Immune System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re familiar with the expression \u201claughter is the best medicine,\u201d you should know that there\u2019s actually some scientific truth to the adage. Research from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine found that smiling and laughing often actually increased<\/em> the number of white blood cells in the body, which play a critical role in fighting off infections and boosting the immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It Reduces Your Stress Levels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is also research that shows smiling often can reduce the overall amount of stress your body is feeling. This is because the muscle activity involved with smiling sends signals to the brain that are meant to calm you down. Additionally, smiling is also associated with a faster physiological recovery from stress; so, don\u2019t hesitate to grin when things get tough!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 It Enhances Your Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s something magnetizing about people who smile often\u2014humans are social creatures, and we tend to feel more attracted to those who project a more personable and friendly outlook. Conversely, we tend to avoid those who seem sullen or angry, often expressed through constant frowning. Smiling allows you to maintain a positive and confident image of yourself that may help you to navigate social situations or succeed in the professional world; this unparalleled boost in self-esteem should have you wanting to smile as frequently as possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. It Makes Yourself Happier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even when a smile isn\u2019t a natural reaction to something pleasing, the movement of those facial muscles can still stimulate the area in your brain that\u2019s responsible for feelings of happiness. A study led by physiologist Paul Ekman tested students smiling spontaneously and on purpose, and it found that the activity recorded in their brains was almost the same on each occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the many awesome benefits that a healthy smile can offer you, it\u2019s in your best interest to look after yours as diligently as possible. That said, don\u2019t hesitate to talk with your dentist about how you can ensure that your smile is in tip-top shape and as dazzling as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The team at Healthy Smiles Dental Care is thrilled to provide patients and families in the Chelsea, MI area with an exceptional level of care! The practice offers a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options that are certain to help your smile achieve a beautiful and healthy state. If you have any questions about the article or would like to arrange a visit, you can contact the practice online<\/a> or over the phone for further assistance: (734) 475-8911.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Did you know that your smile is often the first feature that people notice about you? But while it\u2019s true that a beautiful smile will capture the attention of those around you, it\u2019s also true that smiling is accompanied by several awesome health benefits that you might not know about! Here\u2019s more from your dentist […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nHealth Benefits Of Smiling | Chelsea Dentist | Healthy Smiles Dental Care<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Did you know that smiling can benefit your overall health? 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