A simple smile can be a very powerful tool. Smiling is truly universal, unlike other physical actions such as body language, or verbal communication, which differs from culture to culture. We all understand a smile and the feelings behind it.
Smiling is a sign of happiness and a way of conveying that happiness to others. However, it can also work the other way around, sometimes we can be happy because we smile. Scientists have shown that if we put on a smile, whether we are genuinely happy or not, our brains will interpret it as happiness and our mood will change accordingly.
A smile really can make you feel better, and make others respond more positively to you. With a smile, you are more likely to succeed in what you do, from relationships to careers. We can use a smile to show our positive feelings or mask our more negative ones. A smile really is one of man’s greatest gifts, because of this it makes sense to give our oral health the best care possible.
Here at Ringmer Dental we are using National Smile Month to help promote good oral hygiene, ensuring that you are always smile ready.
- Brush your teeth last thing at night and at least one other time during the day with a fluoride toothpaste. The fluoride helps to strengthen tooth enamel, making it more resistant to decay.
- Try to only have sugary foods and drinks at mealtimes, to reduce the time the teeth come under attack from the sugars that can lead to tooth decay. A varied diet rich in vitamins, minerals and fresh fruit and vegetables can also help to reduce the risk of decay and gum disease.
- Visit your dentist as often as they recommend, for routine appointments. This ensures that any problems can be identified early, reducing the need for extensive dental treatment.
Did you know it takes 43 muscles to frown but only 17 to smile? So, give your muscles a rest and put on a smile.
Call Ringmer Dental today on 01273 813898 and book an appointment with our dentist or hygienist today.