{"id":267,"date":"2023-03-15T02:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T02:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/?p=267"},"modified":"2023-03-30T02:34:21","modified_gmt":"2023-03-30T02:34:21","slug":"reasons-for-a-smile-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/reasons-for-a-smile-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways a Smile Makeover Benefits You!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"191\" src=\"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/AdobeStock_13845821__5___1680143409_57825-300x191.jpg\" alt=\"a close-up of a beautiful smile from cosmetic dentistry\" class=\"wp-image-268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/AdobeStock_13845821__5___1680143409_57825-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/AdobeStock_13845821__5___1680143409_57825-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/AdobeStock_13845821__5___1680143409_57825.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you unhappy with your teeth? Well, you wouldn\u2019t be alone. Research has found that 33% of Americans are unhappy with their smile and 36% believe a better one would improve their social life.\u00a0 Fortunately, you can transform your grin with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentistry<\/a>! Treatments like veneers, dental bonding, and teeth whitening can improve your pearly whites <em>and<\/em>  your life in more ways than one. Here are five reasons why a smile makeover is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Strengthens Your Immune System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you don\u2019t feel good about your teeth, you are less likely to smile. But did you know that smiling more can even positively impact your health by boosting your immunity? According to a study by the Loma Linda University School of Medicine\u2019s Department of Clinical Immunology, white blood cells increased in the study\u2019s participants whenever they chuckled and smiled, which helps the body fight infection and other diseases. Cheers to a beautiful smile <em>and <\/em>good health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Gives a Great First Impression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s been said that a first impression can last a lifetime. Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you. If your teeth are bright and healthy looking, you won\u2019t feel self-conscious and will be more likely to engage. With your white smile and willingness to interact, people will find you outgoing, competent, and attractive. This can be extremely beneficial for your emotional well-being as well as open more opportunities for your professional career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Makes You Look More Youthful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A recent study conducted by Oral B found that models with whiter teeth were perceived to be five to 10 years younger. By enhancing your smile with a cosmetic dental treatment like professional teeth whitening, you\u2019ll be able to wind back the years with your new pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: Helps You Recover from Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Wall Street Journal<\/em> reported a study that found smiling helped people recover faster from stressful situations. Not only does smiling reduce your heart rate more quickly, but it also sends signals of \u201csafety\u201d to the brain. When your stress level is lowered, you can make the most of your days and relationships with your beautifully enhanced teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: Increases Your Happiness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel proud of your smile, you will freely show it to the world! When you do, your brain releases \u201cfeel good\u201d chemicals when you flash your new teeth. This can happen whether you do it spontaneously or deliberately. By achieving your dream smile, you\u2019ll subconsciously feel more confident about showing off your teeth. Naturally, you\u2019ll find yourself smiling more often, increasing your happiness in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosmetic treatments can benefit more than just your appearance. As you continue to enjoy your enhanced pearly whites, you will see the positive benefits in many areas of your life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ryan Bygness and his team at 32 &amp; You Family Dental and Orthodontic Arts are eager to help you achieve your dream smile! He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and is an active member of several dental associations, including the prestigious Spear Education. By offering a full range of dental services, including various cosmetic treatments, he can assist you with any of your dental goals. To schedule a consultation for a smile makeover, contact him through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (712) 214-4389.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you unhappy with your teeth? Well, you wouldn\u2019t be alone. Research has found that 33% of Americans are unhappy with their smile and 36% believe a better one would improve their social life.\u00a0 Fortunately, you can transform your grin with cosmetic dentistry! 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