When it comes to your appearance, how good your teeth look is important. If you have a nice smile, you feel more confident. I know that is the case for me, which is why, over the years, I have tried out various teeth whitening products.
Nice teeth help you to make a positive impression
In addition, when you have a nice smile, others seem to respond more positively to you. Various smile studies have shown that people see those with healthy looking teeth in a more positive light than they do those that have unhealthy or crooked teeth. In addition, maintaining good dental hygiene also reduces your chances of having bad breath.
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Improve your general health
Making a better impression on others, and feeling more confident are both compelling reasons for you to look after your teeth. However, they are not the only consideration. Recent research shows that good dental hygiene can also have a positive impact on your overall health.
Strong teeth make it easier to follow a healthy diet
If you have strong healthy teeth, it will be far easier for you to follow a healthy diet. For example, you will be able to handle eating a crunchy apple without any problems. Good teeth allow you to continue to eat a varied and healthy diet, as you age.
Good for your mental health
Studies show that if you smile more it is good for your mental health. Every time you smile, a little burst of neuropeptides is released. These little molecules help your neurones to work more effectively.
When you smile, endorphins, dopamine and serotonin are also released. These chemicals help you to feel happier and more relaxed, and can even lower your blood pressure. If you have nice teeth, you are more likely to feel like smiling than you would if your teeth are in a poor condition.
Is there a link between dental hygiene and heart disease?
Data extracted from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database indicated that gum disease is a risk factor for blood vessel related diseases. The potential connection between gum disease and heart disease is still being investigated, but the early indications are that there is a connection.
Gaining a better understanding of the importance of dental hygiene
As you can see, looking after your teeth has a big impact on how you feel, and how healthy you stay. Therefore, the next time you visit your dentist take a few minutes to discuss dental hygiene in more detail.
A good dentist carries on studying and keeps up with all of the latest research. As a result, he or she will be able to provide you with the most up to date information, as well as dental hygiene advice, which is tailored to your precise needs.
Looking after your teeth really is worth doing. It helps you to feel and look good, make better connections with others, and plays a role in keeping you strong and healthy.
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