Dentists in Carol Stream | Happy National Smile Power Day!

Today is National Smile Power Day, which might seem like a silly thing to acknowledge or celebrate. But at KL Family Dental, Dentists in Carol Stream IL, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of a smile. It’s a small gesture that can have a huge impact! One of our computer monitors in the office has a quotation on it that strikes me every time I look at it:

Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing. — Mother Teresa

Think about it! When you walk down the street and nobody makes eye contact, the only thing happening is people moving from one place to the next. But have you ever made a conscious effort to look people in the eye and maybe even smile at them? I have. Some people were surprised, because so often we’re stuck in our own worlds. It’s rare to connect with a passing stranger, even in the briefest way. But those of us who are part of the KL Family Dental team (Dentists in Carol Stream IL) believe that when you smile at someone, it’s a game-changer. You don’t have to know the first thing about each other for it to bring a light to both of your days. I dare you to give the gift of your smile to someone and see what happens.

Think I’m being cliché? Check out this article called “The Science of Smiling: A Guide to the World’s Most Powerful Gesture“. Smiling creates a “positive feedback loop” between our brains and facial muscles. When the brain feels happy, it sends a signal to the facial muscles…and when facial muscles contract, they send a signal back to the brain that it is, in fact, happy. This exchange, according to the article, “reinforces our feeling of joy.”

First of all, I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t welcome more joy in his or her life. Secondly, you can’t argue with science!

At KL Family Dental (Dentists in Carol Stream IL), we provide numerous services that can highlight and enhance the beauty of your smile. From tooth-colored fillings (no dark/obvious-in-the-mouth amalgams) to veneers to top-quality crowns, we work with each individual patient to achieve gorgeous and natural aesthetics. We love nothing more than providing you with the confidence to give the true gift of your smile wherever you go.