Effects of Smiling From a Musicians Perspective

Have you ever been in the grocery store and someone you don't know gives you a beautiful smile.   That one kind jester, without a word, can change the course of your day.   That one smile causes you to smile back with kindness, and in turn can change the course of the other persons day.    SMILES are very powerful !

Lets look at some scientific facts about smiling.

Research has shown that smiling can impact us on a subliminal level.   When we listen to people speak, we are picking up on all sorts of cues, and unconsciously can interpret their mode.    If you are listening on the phone, you can visualize and hear when that person is actually smiling.

We all have heard the saying "Laughter is the Best medicine". Lets take a look at how beneficial smiling is for your well-being and health.

a)  Smiling releases endorphins  - Researchers found that just forming or turning your mouth up, whether you feel like or not, can help release endorphins, which are Feel-Good hormornes.  Serotonin, a chemical that is a natural stress reducer, is also increased when you smile. 

b)  Fight a Cold ! - You can actually stay well, cut down on sick days with a great Big Smile on your face.  Everytime you show your teeth, your body is more relaxed and produces greater quantities of antibodies and T-Cells (or white blood cells).  This helps in giving you a stronger immune system.

c)   Smiling has Body Benefits -  You use from 5 - 17 facial muscles when smiling, Adding a laugh helps to slim your mid section.  The movement exercises your abs, diaphragm, shoulders and heart.  You can actually boost your calorie burning by 20% by just laughing.

d)  Its Easier to Smile Than Frown - Scientist found that your body works harder to frown and uses less facial muscles when you smile.

e)  Longer Life Span when you Smile - Research has found that people who are happy and smile have a longer life expectancy than those who barely smile.

f)  Beauty comes when smiling - University of Scotland did a study which concluded that people who were beaming and smiling, were found to be more attractive.  In fact, 69 percent of particpants said that women look younger and more beautiful when they smiled rather than when they are wearing make-up !!

More FACTS:

Did you know that there are 19 different types of smiles.  A San Francisco researcher by the name of Paul Eckman identified and put these smiles into 2 categories.   Heartfelt - sincere smiles that uses more muscles on both sides of face, while the 2nd category,  Artificial, Social, Polite, or Insincere smiles engage fewer muscles.  Also sincere smiles cause the corners of your eyes to scrunch upward while the artificial smiles don't.  

Although babies learn alot of behaviors and sounds from watching the people around them, scientist found that babies have the ability to smile as soon as they are born.  

In the work force, smiling causes you to be more attractive, sociable and confident.  Those who smile are most likely to get a promotion.

There is more to smiling than you know, but hopefully this quick article gave you a deeper insight of how infectious smiling can be.......  Smiling is very much like Music.  Its Universal !  It's known across the world as happiness and acceptance.    Share a SMILE and Change the World.  :-)


Do You Need Help with your SMILE ??  Are dental problems preventing you from Smiling  ??
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Thanks for reading !!   Looking forward to seeing your beautiful SMILES.


 My recent video...and Yes I am Smiling  !!

Facts About Gum Disease - From a Musicians Experience

Being a Musician I understand how dental exams can take a back seat to everyday necessities, along with monthly bills. As the economy suffered, many people were unable to afford health and dental insurance.

I suffered for some years with severe gum disease along with tooth decay. I rarely smiled on stage due to insecurities about my teeth. Due to my teeth being crooked and decayed in areas, it literally affected how I mingled with fans or those who came to see me play. I was in bad need of dental care, but I simply could not afford to go to the dentist. I finally purchased an affordable dental plan along with monthly savings to get extensive dental work started.

This is why I can help you. Its very personal for me, so I decided to help others that may be experiencing dental difficulties. No need to worry..... Affordable Dental Care can help with the costs. You will perform better on stage and most of all will gain the confidence you need in many aspects of your life. Your SMILE says alot about you :-)

Lets first take a look at a few key points about your oral health.


Did you know that your oral health can tell the story of your general health ?? Studies have shown that bad gums and teeth can be linked to Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke.

Studies also showed the link to gum disease in premature child birth. 75% of women get gingivitis during pregnancy. 

 

A child's first exam should be no later than around 7 years of age, but can start as early as 2 yrs of age. Preparing your child in the early years while making dental visits fun, will ease the association of "pain" and "hurt" when seeing a dentist. Bad experiences in early years can cause life long affects of how one deals with going to the dentist office.





****** 5 Signs of When You Should See a Dentist ******

1) Bleeding Gums

2) Sensitivity to hot, cold or sweet foods and drinks

3) Puffy Red gums

4) Dark Spots or holes in teeth

5) Bad Breath

Regular check-ups can prevent some of the symptoms above if detected early. The longer you wait the more symptoms occur, often with severe pain.

Don't wait any longer. Check out the dental plans and pick whats best for YOU. If you are like me, I needed a patient and gentle dentist due to bad experiences in the past. My dentist was a participant of most of the dental plans and there was no need for me to fill out any paper work. I simply presented my card and I had already researched what percentage the plan would cover. EASY and CONVENIENT !! When I walk on stage now I am confident and my recent Youtube videos I am actually SMILING....almost too much ..LOL

HELPFUL HINT: Did u know that you can gargle with Peroxide to prevent gingivitis and other mouth infections. It is also the BEST Mouth wash on the market !

Quick and Easy Cure To Bad Breath EBook  !!   A MUST HAVE !!

MY Youtube Video - Watch ME SMILE :-)



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