• Posted on: Mar 12 2019

Grand Rapids, MI

First impressions are everything. It takes only a tenth of a second to make an impression, which is 100 times faster than it took you to read this sentence. Studies conclude that one-third of people notice someone else’s smile when meeting for the first time. What kind of first impression is your smile making?

Cosmetic dentists in Grand Rapids at A Life of Smiles wants you to know how important a nice smile can be, as well as what we can do to transform your smile if you are unahppy with the way it looks.

When Smiles Matter

First Dates: When you meet a potential new partner for the first time, it’s a big deal. You take time to pick out a nice, flattering outfit, maybe even get a haircut, and clean your car. But, do you know what the first thing is that this potential new partner will notice? Polls from men and women concluded that a person’s smile is the biggest key to attractiveness. The survey of women conducted by Delta Dental found that nearly three-quarters of women polled would not consider kissing on the first date if their date had poor oral health or bad breath. In addition, singles consider bad breath a deal breaker for a second date! With these facts, you are sure to want to take good care of your teeth by brushing twice a day and flossing daily. No one likes bad breath!

Job Interviews: Ever wondered why you were passed up for a job or a promotion? During the initial interview, potential employers notice a perosn’s smile. In fact, they noted in a survey that prospective employees who smile during their interview were more likely considered as a potential hire. This means that good oral hygiene matters – avoiding the use of tobacco could mean the difference between landing that job or not. Furthermore, a study conducted by Seattle University revealed that 90 percent of executives said they would hire a non-smoker over a smoker if their qualifications were a match.

Traffic Stops: Now, we aren’t saying a nice smile will get you out of a speeding ticket per se, but people with a nice smile are generally seen to be more cooperative and trustworthy when dealing with police.

Cosmetic Dentistry in Grand Rapids

What can I do about my smile?

If you would like to change anything about your smile so that you can make a good first impression, A Life of Smiles can help. We offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry options at our Grand Rapids office. We can fix broken or chipped teeth, replace missing teeth, or whiten your teeth shades whiter. The most important step in a smile makeover is ensuring that you adhere to a regimen of good at-home oral care, which includes brushing and flossing daily. Nothing we can do for your smile will last if you don’t take care of your teeth.

If you would like to learn more about how to transform your smile so that you can make a good first impression, contact A Life of Smiles by calling (616) 458-0631 to schedule a consultation.

A Life of Smiles welcomes patients of Big Rapids, Grand Rapids, and Holland.

Posted in: Cosmetic Dentistry