Bite Correction

Back in 2012, Mercedes White at Deseret News related a story that highlights just how important teeth can be to a professional image. A counseling office in Utah had been searching for a front desk assistant for their office. They had already passed up on a string of candidates before one 35-year-old mother came in for an interview. The entire office loved her and thought … [Read more...] about Judging Employees By Their Teeth

Your face is the number one way that people distinguish you from others. It’s what makes you unique. Plus facial structure affects how others perceive you and whether they view you as being trustworthy or friendly, science writer Jessica Schmerler at Scientific American adds. And your face can even potentially impact your odds of success or failure in life, David … [Read more...] about What Makes Your Face Unique?

. There’s a clear correlation between oral health and overall well-being. A study by the American Dental Association finds that 23 percent of adults are embarrassed because of the condition of their mouth and teeth, and 25 percent avoid smiling because of it. One particular issue that contributes to this malaise is crooked teeth — something that many people deal with to … [Read more...] about Crooked Teeth: Embarrassing, Unsightly and Possibly Deadly

It’s no secret that pregnancy has an enormous impact on a woman’s body. It’s important to know about and prepare for these changes. Moms who are unprepared to deal with changes to physical health after pregnancy are more likely to feel overwhelmed or stressed postpartum, Bonnie Schiedel at Today’s Parent reports. While the more common changes are obvious, many women are … [Read more...] about Pregnancy Dental Health: Shifting Teeth When Carrying a Baby

Your teeth. They have evolved for the purpose of making food digestible. And yet, teeth have become more than just parts of your mouth with a specific biological function. They are a primary indicator of attractiveness, a key part of one’s physical appearance. Why is that? Because your smile is one of the very first things others notice about you, with your teeth taking … [Read more...] about The Hidden, Long-Term Costs Of Buck Teeth