6 Huge Benefits of Smiling

In this article, we discuss 6 huge benefits of smiling that can positively affect the health of your entire body. Also, we talk about the factors that make a beautiful smile and how a smile makeover can help.

Smiling can serve as a social cue of friendliness that makes you approachable. However, smiling also has major benefits for your personal mental and general health:

Stress reduction and mood elevation: When you smile, your body receives a signal to release neuropeptides that help relieve stress. Additionally, smiling lowers such stress-related hormones as cortisol and adrenaline. Also, serotonin and endorphins are released when you smile. These hormones act as natural antidepressants.
Focus and productivity enhancement: according to studies, when you feel happy, your concentration improves, also boosting productivity as a result.
Immunity improvement: White blood cell production that fights off infections might be increased by smiling.
Blood pressure regulation: smiling can lead to a temporary decrease in blood pressure, leading to better heart health in the long run.
Natural pain relief: endorphins, which are increased by smiling, are natural painkillers.
Longevity increases: studies also suggest that people who smile often might have a longer lifespan.

What Makes a Smile Beautiful?

It is a common misconception that a beautiful smile can be achieved only with expensive cosmetic treatments such as dental veneers and teeth whitening. However, we strongly believe that excellent oral health is one of the most important components of a beautiful smile. We recommend prioritizing your daily oral hygiene, regular preventive dentistry services (such as dental cleanings and fluoride treatments), and seeking timely treatment when dental health issues arise.

Before committing to cosmetic procedures, ask your dentist if you are a good candidate for such procedures (for example, some oral health issues might prevent you from having teeth whitening) and if you really need them. For instance:

Some surface tooth discoloration can be removed with a professional cleaning.
Fluoride treatments strengthen the enamel, making the teeth appear healthier.
Regular cleanings and treatments will eliminate such issues as bad breath—an issue that can contribute to insecurities about your smile.
Orthodontic treatments, although they take time, will benefit not only the appearance of your smile but also your overall oral health.

Of course, there are cases when cosmetic issues can not be resolved with preventive dentistry measures, such as deep stains or discoloration and cracked or chipped teeth. In such instances, a smile makeover procedure can yield great results. The cosmetic procedures you might consider include:

Dental bonding is a procedure that uses resin composite (the same material as used for dental fillings) to mask cosmetic imperfections on the teeth or alter the shape or size of the teeth.
Dental veneers are thin porcelain shells that are applied to the entire front side of the tooth. It is used to solve similar issues to dental bonding.
Teeth whitening can make your teeth up to 8 times whiter in just one visit to the dental office. However, keep in mind that only a procedure performed by an experienced dentist is safe for your teeth and gums, and abstain from over-the-counter whitening solutions.
Gum contouring can be used to alter the appearance of the gums, for example, when treating a “gummy smile.”

Get High-Quality Oral Care Services at Turquoise Dental

Whether you need preventive oral care services or a smile makeover, do not hesitate to make an appointment with an experienced dentist at Turquoise Dental. We offer a wide range of high-quality services, tailored to your particular goals and needs. We are looking forward to your visit.