Summer is almost over, meaning that the college students who graduated in May are now packing away their swimsuits and preparing to enter the employment market. While you’re polishing up your resume, trimming up your hair, and ironing out your interview suit, there’s one additional detail to consider: whitening your teeth.
Business leaders want to hire people who are presentable, responsible, and dedicated. When you’re facing a hiring manager or HR recruiting team, having a clean, professional appearance will communicate that you have all of these qualities and more. Flashing a bright white smile as you reach out for a handshake will help you make a great first impression right from the start.
– Cindy
The Psychology of a Bright Smile
A bright, beautiful smile appeals to people on a deep psychological level. From our earliest days, we are socialized to recognize a smile as an indication of happiness, confidence, and friendliness. Good teeth are also an indication of health, youth, and vitality—even better characteristics to convey during an interview.
White teeth also indicate, on a sociological level, that an individual has enough residual money to spend on his or her appearance, rather than basic necessities. Even though there are many teeth whitening options to choose from, many people still consider teeth whitening to be a luxury. Therefore, having white teeth will subliminally convey to a potential employer that you have much more revenue than you truly do—and therefore aren’t “desperate” for the position.
No matter which way you look at it, white teeth demonstrate that you care about your appearance, your health, and your career. No matter which industry you’re aspiring to enter, whitening your teeth can only give you an advantage. And if you are aspiring to enter a client-facing position, like sales or customer service, whitening your teeth will be even more beneficial for you.
Whiten Your Teeth Fast at Friendly Dentistry
Before you start job hunting, make an appointment with a professional local dentist who can evaluate any existing problems with your teeth. In order to whiten your teeth fast, your dentist will likely recommend one of the following solutions:
- Professional tooth whitening: The dentist will apply a special whitening gel to your teeth and expose it to a bleach-activating light. This process is safe, painless, and extremely effective. The total professional whitening process can lighten teeth by up to 5 or 6 shades.
- Professional bleaching trays: Your dentist can create custom-fitted bleaching trays which will gradually whiten your teeth over the course of 10 days. The bleach solution is weaker than in-office whitening gel, but is still stronger than over-the-counter whitening kits.
You wouldn’t go to an interview in a suit that’s stained and wrinkled—so don’t do the same with your teeth! Once you’ve landed that coveted interview, you only have one shot to make the best impression you can possibly make. When you walk into an interview prepared, ready to go, and polished from head to toe, the confidence you feel will shine through in everything you do—making you an even more viable candidate for your dream position.
Friendly Dentistry is ready to help you meet your goals!