“Smile, you look prettier”, “a smile is a woman’s most beautiful curve”, “you are never fully dressed without a smile”. These are some of the phrases we hear day to day, and many people use them to highlight the benefits of smiling. A white, bright, straight smile does not just make us look far more attractive, it is also a sign that we are in very good health, which is why it is worth investing time in looking after it. At Clínica Peydro we certainly know how much a good smile can change a person’s life. Day after day we see how patients who came into our practice with their heads down and no self-esteem left our treatment room grateful and, above all, ready to discover the benefits of smiling for themselves.
Why smile?
Still not convinced? At Clínica Peydro, here are all the benefits of smiling, even when circumstances are not at their best:
It builds trust
Broad, warm smiles give us more confidence in ourselves, and give it to others too. A stern face or a poorly cared for smile tends to put the other person off. That is why looking after our oral hygiene is key to winning other people’s trust and making a good first impression.
It reduces tension
Are you going through a rough patch? Do not take to your bed: discover the benefits of smiling, whether with friends, family or a good film! Waking up with a smile will help you cope better day to day, because it surrounds you with a more comfortable, kinder, more pleasant atmosphere. In short, smiling helps you be happier and far more good-natured.
It helps us hold illness at bay
You may have heard that one of the benefits of smiling is keeping certain illnesses at bay. Smiling helps improve our immune system, so our body responds better to possible illness. As well as fighting illness, a smile can also help us spot serious problems. A dry mouth, inflamed gums or too many mouth ulcers can be a sign that something is not right in our body, which is why you should see your dentist at least once a year so they can confirm all is well.
It improves digestion
Having a straight smile with all your teeth improves our digestion, because food is properly broken down. And if, on top of a well cared for smile, you are someone who smiles a lot, you are in luck. Among the many benefits of smiling is that the act itself creates an internal massage that aids digestion and helps break down fatty acids and other substances in the body, helping the intestines digest and preventing constipation.
It improves the quality of your skin
Among the benefits of smiling are those that have to do with improving how we look. Although many people do not know it, smiling has many benefits for the skin. When we smile, twice as much air reaches our lungs, which improves the oxygenation of the blood and the health of our skin, giving it a firmer, younger appearance.
It increases your life expectancy
If you smile often, get ready to live longer. Various studies claim that smiling extends life. People who do not smile tend to live an average of 75 years, while those who do tend to reach 80.
It works as a painkiller
They say smiling is the best medicine, and it could well be true. A good laugh can relieve some physical aches and make us feel better. When we laugh, our body releases endorphins, which not only help us be happier but also help us relax and forget any pain in our body. So, are you still not smiling? At Clínica Peydro we can help. Thousands of patients have left our dental practice unable to stop smiling after treatment with us. If you would like to, you can get in touch with us and ask for a quote.
