Forced Smiles Can Relieve Stress, Experts Say

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

ROUND LAKE, IL-Let’s say that your teenager is having a hectic day. They could be anxious about a major test, a problem with a friend or their sporting event later in the evening. The last thing on their mind is to smile.

According to Psychological Science, even the most forced of smiles can decrease your stress and liven your mood. The study looked at two smiles, the standard and the Duchenne. The standard smile is located in the muscles surrounding the mouth, while the Duchenne (genuine) smile spreads to the eyes and feels more natural.

21 January

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Dr. Michael Stosich Purchases Practice

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

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GRAYSLAKE AND GURNEE, ILLINOIS – Grayslake and Gurnee orthodontist Dr. Michael Stosich of Stosich Consulting is putting his specialized training and research experience to work in the Grayslake adult and children’s orthodontics practice he purchased in December.

10 January

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New Year, New Smile

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Oral Care

KENILWORTH AND GRAYSLAKE, ILLINOIS – It’s not too late to make your New Year’s resolutions. Getting a beautiful, healthy smile should be at the top of the list for 2012.

Having straight teeth is just a great side benefit of going through orthodontic treatment. There are many health benefits, as well.