“Nothing you wear is more important than your smile.” Actress Connie Stevens was on to something with this piece of wisdom. At Helotes Family Dentistry, we love a bright and healthy smile and do everything in our power to help you achieve one! Did you know that the benefits of smiling go far beyond just looking good? The benefits seem nearly endless; here are a few of our favorite ways that smiling can brighten more than just your face!
Smiling Reduces Stress
Stress is a common issue that most of us will deal with many times in our lifetime. Fortunately, a great stress reliever is, you guessed it: smiling! Endorphins are chemicals in the brain that are naturally released to reduce pain. In large amounts, these endorphins can help you feel relaxed and full of energy. When we smile, these endorphins are released. This helps to kick our stress hormones straight to the curb. We encourage you to try it! Even a forced smile can boost your mood.
Smiling Improves Heart Health
Did you know that smiling can relax your body and slow down your heart rate? It can also temporarily reduce your blood pressure, too. All of these attributes can greatly reduce your risk of developing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death for men and women in the US and worldwide. Smile; your heart will thank you!
Smiling Is Contagious
Not only our smile, but all of our facial expressions are thought to be contagious. Evidence shows that we mimic other people’s facial expressions because it allows us to better empathize with them. It doesn’t take much to share the benefits of smiling. Give someone a smile today. It could help them more than you realize.
Your Smile Is Our Priority!
Here at Helotes Family Dentistry, we believe it’s essential to have a healthy smile that you are proud to share. If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your smile, we offer Invisalign® orthodontic treatment so you can straighten your teeth comfortably and inconspicuously. Or utilize our other cosmetic dentistry services: metal and ceramic braces, veneers, Lumineers®, Snap-On Smile®, and professional teeth whitening. Additionally, due to our state-of-the-art technology, we proudly offer one-visit dental crowns for a variety of cosmetic and restorative treatments. Contact us to schedule your next appointment so that we can help give you and your family a reason to smile!
Call our Helotes Dental Office to make an appointment with a dentist who may be able to help you find out more about this topic, and improve your oral health.
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“Nothing you wear is more important than your smile.” Actress Connie Stevens was on to something with this piece of wisdom. At Helotes Family Dentistry, we love a bright and healthy smile and do everything in our power to help you achieve one! Did you know that the benefits of smiling go far beyond just looking good? The benefits seem nearly endless; here are a few of our favorite ways that smiling can brighten more than just your face!
