{"id":106,"date":"2022-08-31T14:53:52","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T14:53:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/?p=106"},"modified":"2022-08-31T14:53:53","modified_gmt":"2022-08-31T14:53:53","slug":"why-you-should-get-teeth-whitening-job-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/31\/why-you-should-get-teeth-whitening-job-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"Nailed It! Why You Should Get Teeth Whitening for a Job Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_437622527__1654288098_17505-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person smiling after getting teeth whitening for a job interview \" class=\"wp-image-107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_437622527__1654288098_17505-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_437622527__1654288098_17505-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_437622527__1654288098_17505.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The big interview is coming up. You\u2019ve polished your resume, practiced some interview questions, and chosen which suit you\u2019ll wear all because you really want to land this particular job. Although you should certainly have all these things prepared going into the interview, there\u2019s one thing you shouldn\u2019t forget about beforehand\u2014your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The color of your teeth may seem trivial, but did you know your pearly whites can help you as you talk with your potential future employer? Keep reading to learn how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">professional teeth whitening<\/a> for a job interview can push you in the right direction toward your career goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Your Teeth Matter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you meet someone for the first time\u2014whether it\u2019s a job interview or a first date\u2014one feature that sticks out is your smile. In fact, studies have found that teeth are one of the top ten physical attributes that both men and women judge about other people at first glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research also shows that people with attractive-looking teeth are perceived to be more trustworthy as well as financially and professionally successful than those without an appealing smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, people with whiter teeth were viewed as being more self-confident, which is an essential soft skill for most employers who are hiring. There are literally thousands of jobs where these perceptions are important for progression and promotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, if you want to make the interviewer confident in bringing you onboard or promoting you, you need to exude confidence in yourself. Having whiter teeth can help you feel comfortable smiling and talking about your experience and abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Consider Whitening Before the Interview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps you are thinking that the whitening treatments you find at the store should be sufficient for your needs, reconsider! If you want to make a powerful first impression, as well as give yourself a confidence boost before your interview, you should really get your teeth whitened through your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many dental practices provide professional-grade whitening kits with gel that you put in custom trays and wear every day for about two weeks. Over that time, stains in your enamel are bleached away, revealing brilliantly white teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike store-bought whitening, these professional take-home kits can result in 10 shades of difference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re on the hunt for the perfect job, it\u2019s worth taking the time to remove stains that could be holding your smile back from its full potential. Regardless of your profession, having an attractive smile can help you reach your career goals and convince the interviewer that you\u2019re the right person for the job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/meet-dr-katherine-paret.html\">Dr. Katherine Par\u00e9t<\/a> has nearly ten years of experience so far in the dental field. In her practice, Mind Your Mouth in South Portland, she is able to provide advanced care for patients as well as simple procedures, such as teeth whitening. Treatment is customized to each patient\u2019s needs and goals, but the result is usually the same\u2014a beautiful, natural-looking smile. If you would like to work with Dr. Par\u00e9t, you may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment<\/a> at Mind Your Mouth online or by calling 207-200-4106.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The big interview is coming up. You\u2019ve polished your resume, practiced some interview questions, and chosen which suit you\u2019ll wear all because you really want to land this particular job. Although you should certainly have all these things prepared going into the interview, there\u2019s one thing you shouldn\u2019t forget about beforehand\u2014your smile. 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