Keeping in mind all the things you are grateful for is extremely important – and while we tend to forget the million reasons we can be happy during a bad day, the International Day of Happiness was created to make up for all those arduous days, when you just run out of motivation. Learn more about this important day and make the most of it with these easy ideas and tips!

Teeth whitening has become a necessary step in every guy’s grooming process. Everywhere you look, from your Instagram feed to all the images in magazines to the posters at your local dentist’s office, the importance of having whiter teeth is everywhere around you. 

Perhaps you’re on the fence about it. You’re wondering what the hype is about and if it’s the right decision for you.  Can it really have a big impact on your life?  The truth is, teeth whitening is a completely safe, life-enhancing process that can have positive a effect on both your physical appearance and your psychological health.

It takes just 7 seconds to make a first impression!  Whether we like it or not, we're judged by our smile, and is one of the first features noticed by those who meet us.  We're sure at some point most of us have looked at a photo and wished we had a whiter, brighter smile.  But, did you know having a whiter smile can actually change the course of your life.  How?  Keep reading to find out more.

Going to a job interview can be pretty stressful, you’re trying to sell an employer on the fact that you are capable of doing a stellar job and would be a better choice than the other candidates who may have similar experience and qualifications. You have already gotten your foot in the door with that updated CV and great references, but as you probably know there’s more to making that first impression than what’s written on your resume. You’ve likely chosen your interview-day outfit carefully, because you know that looking your best is important, but have you thought about your smile? Closing the interview with a strong handshake, direct eye contact, and a winning smile can be the difference between hearing, “You start on Monday,” and “We decided to go in another direction.”

What Your Smile Tells an Employer

Getting that whiter smile isn’t as difficult as you might think. There are so many whitening options and dental care tricks you can use to make sure your teeth are stunningly white. Some of the options are a bit more time intensive, while others you can do during your normal everyday routine.

The option you choose will probably have a lot to do with how stained your teeth actually are at this point. If they are only a little bit dull, they won’t need an intense whitener. However, if your teeth are really yellow and stained, you could need a bit more whitening power to get them looking dazzling. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide to some of the best ways to get and keep your teeth white.