{"id":758,"date":"2021-01-11T13:16:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-11T13:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=758"},"modified":"2021-02-11T13:21:00","modified_gmt":"2021-02-11T13:21:00","slug":"health-benefits-of-smiling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/health-benefits-of-smiling\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways Smiling More Often Can Boost Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/woman-smiling-resized-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman receiving health benefits of smiling\" class=\"wp-image-759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/woman-smiling-resized-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/woman-smiling-resized-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/woman-smiling-resized.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you unhappy with the way your teeth look? If so, you may be hesitant to show them when posing for a photo or just hanging out with friends or family. With cosmetic dentistry, you\u2019re able to fix any imperfections and achieve the appearance you\u2019ve always wanted. While this obviously boosts self-esteem, there are also health benefits of smiling. Continue reading to discover 5 ways displaying your ivories can boost your state of wellness, and find out why it\u2019s advantageous to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">visit<\/a> a cosmetic dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When many people think of health, it may be from the standpoint of being disease free and physically functional. A more comprehensive definition is, \u201ca state of complete physical, mental and social well-being.\u201d From this more holistic perspective, the connection between smiling and total wellness should be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 \u2013 Projecting Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smiling often projects confidence and sends a message to the world that you\u2019re pleasant and personable. These traits can serve as magnets, attracting positive energy in your direction and fostering healthy social interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 \u2013 Increased State of Happiness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The movement of the facial muscles into a smile stimulates the pleasure centers of the brain. This triggers the production of endorphins, which could be considered as \u201chappy\u201d hormones. When endorphins are higher, the body is less likely to experience damaging inflammation and is more apt to heal from ailments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 \u2013 Stress Recovery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In stressful situations, it\u2019s normal for the heart rate to increase. A 2013 article in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsj.com\/articles\/SB10001424127887323699704578326363601444362\">Wall Street Journal<\/a> referenced a study of 170 participants. It found that people who smiled after performing a particularly stressful task experienced a faster reduction in their heart rate afterwards. This is partly attributed to the muscles in the face involved in smiling sending a \u201csafety\u201d message to the brain that resonates throughout the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 \u2013 Age Reversal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies show that smiling more often helps to reduce facial wrinkles. Maintaining a more youthful appearance can impact the way people interact with you and further boost your confidence. Feeling better about yourself can then trigger the production of health-enhancing hormones like endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin and dopamine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 \u2013 Immune System Fortification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to research conducted by the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.llu.edu\/research\/laughter-fool-proof-prescription\">Loma Linda University School of Medicine\u2019s Department of Clinical Immunology<\/a>, laughter can help boost your immune system. They found an increased number of white blood cells (the kind that fight infection) in the body during bouts of laughter. Thus, it was summarized that exercising the smile muscles often can have an indirect effect on health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although some connections between smiling and improved wellness have been established, you may still feel uncomfortable with showing your teeth because of their aesthetic flaws. With help from a local cosmetic dentist, you can overcome any hesitance so you can proudly display your smile and enjoy the residual health benefits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Bill Greenberg earned his dental degree from Tufts University. Throughout his 40+ year career, he has continued to expand his knowledge by taking hours of continuing education, which includes advanced training in cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Greenberg creates beautiful and healthy smiles at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you unhappy with the way your teeth look? If so, you may be hesitant to show them when posing for a photo or just hanging out with friends or family. With cosmetic dentistry, you\u2019re able to fix any imperfections and achieve the appearance you\u2019ve always wanted. 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