Why is the smile important?
A smile is a combination of things; it can be heard, seen, and felt! It is both a formidable weapon when wielded well and also a protection and comfort in the face of the unexpected challenges of everyday life. First of all, a smile is the expression of Joy: Indeed, the brain recognizes this signal and releases endorphins. The feeling of well-being is immediate. 
The smile is also the "tool" for creating social connections: A valuable almost indispensable aid in interpersonal relationships. But, the smile also serves in conflict resolution: In a tense situation, the smile indeed helps to stabilize, or even catalyze, one's emotions, lower the present stress level, and sometimes even allows for a turnaround towards a beautiful exit without collateral damage! It is no coincidence that some call the smile the antidote of society! And of course... A smile is contagious! 
Everyone knows that a smile is contagious! In 2008, in the United Kingdom, researchers were able to measure that an individual's joy spreads, like wildfire, to the friends of their friends, reaching up to the third degree.th degree of separation between individuals! As a reminder, with 7 degrees, the whole world is reached! In short, to have a positive impact on the world, all you need is to have a smile! In this same study, it is stated: Knowing a smiling and happy person within less than 1 mile (~1.6 km) from one's home increases the likelihood of being happy in return by 25%. If our neighbor is happy right next door, then the chances rise to 36%. Moreover, having a happy friend tends to further increase the chances, this time up to 42%! 
Of course, smiling is not always synonymous with happiness, but it seems that smiling is nonetheless strongly correlated with joy, and given the impact that a smile can generate, it is each person's responsibility to have a smile? ! And of course, almost indispensable in seduction: In France, the smile is always what women appreciate most in a man (37%), ahead of the gaze (13%) (Baileys-Ifop survey). So make an effort, smile! 
On the other hand, avoid forced smiles...! (It's not always successful!) 
Now that you are convinced, it is about making smiling a reflex in your daily life in order to enjoy all its benefits and to share them with those around you!
So what is the perfect smile?
The Ideal Smile: In Complicated - Scientific Definition
The smile is not an area dedicated to an easy description. Here is the definition of the ideal smile as told by a clinician in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics:
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A upper lip reaching the gingival margins
- With an upward or straight curvature between the philtrum and the commissures;
- A superior incisive line coinciding with the edge of the lower lip;
- A minimal or zero lateral negative space;
- A commissural line and an occlusal frontal plane parallel to the pupillary line;
- Dental and gingival components harmoniously integrated.
The latest study, conducted by the University of California, indicates that models Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio possess the characteristics of a perfect smile and mouth.
Alessandra Ambrosio with the perfect smile or almost...!
Miranda Kerr with the perfect smile according to the University of California!
But the perfect smile also depends on the types of smiles...
What is your type of smile?
A. Commissural Smile
The most common smile, representing approximately 67% of the population. In this smile, usually associated with the cupid's bow, the corners of the mouth are first turned upwards and followed by a contraction of the upper lip elevating muscles to reveal the upper teeth. The following celebrities are recognizable by their commissural smile: Jerry Seinfeld, Dennis Quaid, Jennifer Aniston, Frank Sinatra, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Audrey Hepburn.
The Commissural Smile According to the Stars
The famous Jennifer Aniston
Frank Sinatra smiling at a seagull in the distance...! ;-)
Audrey Hepburn smiling in front of her mirror!
B. Cuspidate Smile
The smile referred to as "cuspid" is the second most common type of smile, present in 31% of the population. This smile is said to have a diamond shape: More precisely, this smile is identified by the elevation of the upper lip. The muscles of the upper lip contract, lift the lip, and reveal the teeth, canines, and gums. The corners of the mouth also rise outward. Often, the smile "pulls" down as opposed to the commissural smile where the corners of the mouth rise. Among the celebrities with a prominent smile, we can mention Elvis Presley, Tom Cruise, Drew Barrymore, Sharon Stone, Linda Evangelista, and Tiger Woods.
The stars with the cuspidate smile
The pointed smile of Tom Cruise
The pointed smile of Elvis Presley!
The pointed smile of Tiger Woods
The pointed smile of Sharon Stone
C. Complex Smile
The complex smile is the rarest, it is present in 2% of the population. The shape of the lips is usually illustrated by two parallel lines/lips. The muscles responsible for elevating the upper lip and the corners of the mouth, as well as the muscles that lower the lower lip, contract simultaneously, revealing all the teeth (upper and lower) at once. What characterizes this smile above all is the significant retraction of the lower lip backward and downward. Among certain celebrities with a complex smile, let us highlight Julia Roberts, Marilyn Monroe, Will Smith, and Oprah Winfrey.
The stars with a complex smile
The flat smile of Oprah Winfrey that warms up the stars on set!
And yes... Marilyn Monroe also had a flat smile!
The famous smile of fifty-something Jenny Patinkin!
As you may have seen, the perfect smile can take on many faces and forms! Stars with very different types of smiles showcase smiles that are incredible. beauty! And, probably tastes will differ between you and other people regarding the stars with the most beautiful smile! This is where charm comes into play, the mystery on which the current definition of perfection has no hold. Let's do a test: Comment on your favorite star smile! Having a beautiful smile, as you have noticed, also involves additional factors: Such as beautiful lips, a harmonious, balanced, and symmetrical face among others! We will see this and also the issues of smiles and their causes in our upcoming articles in order to paint the picture of the perfect mouth. So, subscribe to our Newsletter and see you soon for the next chapter!
