Valentines’ Day is almost here, which means that if you’re like most people, you’re probably thinking a little bit about how best to improve your chances at romance. There are all kinds of approaches to this problem—a fresh haircut, new clothes, maybe even a day at the spa. However, there’s one element of attraction that shouldn’t be ignored: the value of a beautiful smile.
Surveys show that nice teeth are one of the most important things that people look for in a potential romantic partner. If you want to know more about what the data shows, as well as how you can get a set of impressive pearly whites, here’s some information you might find interesting.
Is a Beautiful Smile the Key to Attraction?
As one of the largest dating sites, Match.com is naturally very interested in what draws people together. For that reason, they frequently conduct surveys of singles to determine what it is that they’re looking for in a potential partner.
One such survey found that healthy teeth were incredibly important to people when looking for someone to date. 58 percent of men and 71 percent of women surveyed said that good oral health tops the list of “must-haves” for a potential romantic partner.
This is corroborated by other, similar studies; one conducted by Delta Dental found that 70% of women and 65% of men won’t kiss someone they believe has poor oral health.
How to Get a Date-Ready Smile
Thankfully, having a beautiful smile doesn’t necessarily have to be difficult. If you’re interested in improving your teeth, solid daily hygiene is an excellent place to start. Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing daily, and making use of antiseptic mouthwash are all steps you can take to make your smile healthier.
If you’re interested in making a massive difference in how your smile looks, you may also want to talk to your dentist about cosmetic dentistry. From teeth whitening to veneers, there are a variety of treatments out there that can massively improve the look of your smile and make a big difference in how you come off to others.
About Our Practice
At Norton Family Dentistry, we’re carrying on a 40-year legacy of excellence in helping members of our community perfect their smiles. We pride ourselves on providing care that’s not only effective, but that allows patients to remain completely comfortable for the duration of their stay with us. We’re also proud to offer our patients a variety of different options for care, meaning that we can comprehensively address the issues of every patient we see.
If you have any questions about how you can get a date-ready smile, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (318) 731-0040.
