Did you know that there are types of smiles? You may say, several. However, if your are classifying smiles in categories such as naughty smile, embarrassed smile, content smile, sweet smile etc., let us tell you that we are talking about technically-defined types of smiles. Yes, technically, smiles have been categorized into three types:

• The commissure smile: Most of us have the commissure smile, including Mel Gibson and Jennifer Aniston. In this type of smile, the muscles controlling the movement of the upper lip pull the upper lip to show the upper teeth.

• The cuspid smile: The cuspid smile is the next common smile type. Elvis Presley had that smile. Tom Cruise and Drew Barrymore too sport this smile. This smile typically forms a diamond shape with the lips.
• The complex smile: If Marilyn Monroe’s smile mesmerizes you, it ought to. She sported the complex smile, the rarest of the smile types. This smile displays both upper and lower teeth. The lower lip is typically pulled down in this smile. Julia Roberts and Will Smith wear this smile.

The research on smile patterns has brought out very interesting facts. 61% people sport the commissure smile, 31% wear the cuspid smile, and 2% the complex smile. I am sure researchers had a tough time classifying billions of smiles into categories.

If your teeth are getting in your way of displaying a charming smile, visit your dentist for corrective treatment.

Happy smiling!

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