Harte Dental - Did You Know Smiling is Contagious!?
It's true, thanks to the "mirroring" reflex in our brains! Mirror neurons fire when we see someone smiling, as it activates our limbic system (the cingulate cortex).
Did you know seeing someone smile can actually make you feel good, due to the natural release of edorphins.
Some psychoneuroimmunology studies have sown that smiling can improve your immune system! Smiling and laughter can trigger the release of neuropeptides, which boost the production of antibodies, leading to a better immune system.
Smiling has been linked to releasing the neurotransmitters dopamine (responsible for that happy feeling) and serotonin (which is responsible for reducing stress).
Furthermore, did you know that faking a smile can still release endorphins, a type of peptide hormone that also reduces stress. How about that for mind-body connect!
So now that we know smiles are contagious, how will you spread your wonderful smile!?
Harte Dental is conveniently located a few minutes south of Boston in Milton, MA. Our award-winning team is happy to give you the smile that you wish for, with preventative services like cleanings and periodontal maintenance to cosmetic service with our in-office whitening. We are accepting new patients and Harte Dental has been voted Best Dentist in Milton in the Milton Times, Favorite Dentist in Milton in the Milton Scene, a Top Dentist in the Boston Magazine, and our team is 5 Star Google Reviewed.
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https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/smiling-can-trick-your-brain-happiness-boost-your-health-ncna822591
https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/smiling-facilitates-stress-recovery.html