5 Benefits of a Healthy Smile

We would all love to have a healthy smile. It makes us feel more confident when we interact with others, and it also affects how people around us view us. Nowadays, pretty much everyone can have the perfect smile they've always dreamed of thanks to cosmetic dentistry.

You no longer have to allow stains, discoloration, chipped, broken, or missing teeth to hold your smile hostage. There are many options available to deal with many of these issues so that you can also enjoy some of the benefits of having a healthy smile.

Why oral health is so important

1. Smile more, less stress

When you have a healthy smile, you're always eager to show it off in public. It turns out that smiling a lot is actually good for you. It leads to the release of feel-good endorphins that improve your mood and make you feel happier. That alleviates the day-to-day stress that you deal with.

2. Makes you more attractive

Most people gravitate towards people who appear happy and sociable. You're probably the same way. When you smile, people are naturally drawn to you and it makes you more likable. That will help you form and maintain relationships with others in your personal or professional life. Studies indicate that people who regularly display positive emotions are more likely to have stable marriages and interpersonal relationships. Looking to make more friends? Fix your teeth and start smiling more often.

3. Boost your immune system

Smiling and laughing boosts your immune system. A study conducted by the Mayo Clinic found that positive thoughts and laughter helps your brain fight off illnesses and diseases. On the other hand, negative thoughts were found to lower your immunity. Laughter therapy, in particular, has been found to be great for post-natal patients as it improves their immune system's responses. It turns out there's a lot of truth to the old saying "laughter is the best medicine."

4. Improved heart health

The health benefits of smiling and laughing don't stop with your immune system. It also lowers your blood pressure. That's obviously great for your heart. When you laugh, your heart rate is initially increased, then it's followed by a decrease in your blood pressure and heart rate as your muscles relax. That helps you to lower the odds of you developing heart issues.

5. Oral health improves your overall health

Poor oral hygiene might have led to you needing cosmetic dentistry to restore your smile, but you'll need to start taking proper care of your mouth if you plan to keep your new smile for long. Making your oral hygiene a priority isn't just good for your teeth, it's also good for your overall health.

Many oral health issues have been linked to serious health issues like diabetes and strokes. When you take proper care of your mouth, you reduce the odds of you ending up with one of these diseases.

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Schedule an appointment with a dentist to learn more about the benefits of having a healthy smile.

Request an appointment in our McLean dental office here: https://www.oaktreefamilydental.com. Call us at (703) 763-5239 for more information from Oak Tree Dental.