You can go back to school, take a class, get a certification, or slave away at an internship. All of these things will certainly beef up your resume and, ideally, make you a more attractive candidate for landing the job you want or the promotion you deserve. However, even though people have told you repeatedly that there is no room for a head shot on your resume, how you present yourself to employers and coworkers in person certainly does matter. Does your smile live up to its potential?
Your smile sets the stage for how others respond to you. When you go into that job interview or meeting, are you smiling broadly? Or are you hiding your smile because your teeth are stained, crooked, or damaged? If your smile isn’t on display, then your confidence and your reputation can both take a hit. You may be less likely to speak up because you don’t want to draw attention to your mouth.
And, if you’re walking around sporting a smile that is far from stunning, you may have colleagues thinking that if you can’t even take care of your teeth or make them a priority, how can you possibly manage the job ahead? In fact, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 74 percent of Americans believe an unattractive smile can negatively impact career success.
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Here are 9 ways a smile makeover can improve your job opportunities:
- You will look more intelligent.
- You will look healthier.
- You will look more attractive.
- You will appear wealthier.
- You will look younger.
- You will appear happier.
- You will have greater confidence.
- You will be more persuasive.
- You will look more trustworthy.
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There are any number of ways to improve your smile, and even if you are working professionally you don’t have to worry about too much downtime or cosmetic dentistry or restorative dentistry treatments getting in the way of your job performance or job hunt.
A teeth whitening treatment can be completed in about an hour. Use your lunch break to get a whiter, brighter smile. Or if you’re dealing with a host of oral health problems – from tooth stains to cracks and chips and gaps and misalignment – talk to your cosmetic dentist about porcelain veneers. Veneers are one of the most versatile treatments for correcting a smile. And if you prefer a less-invasive method, ask about Lumineers. Even porcelain tooth crowns and bridges can repair problem teeth and fill that hole in your smile.
It’s time to add to your qualifications in a way that will last for years and years – choose a smile makeover and see just how much better your professional life can be. Make an appointment with Dr. Sindu Gundabathula in Doylestown to discuss your smile makeover options.
