I must admit, if I'm interested in a guy, the first thing I'm looking at is his smile. Even though kissing can be romantic and magical, realistically, kissing is the perfect way to spread millions of little germs; 80 million to be exact! Besides the millions of microorganisms that are being swapped around from lip-locking, there are other reasons why I won't let you kiss me.
Chapped lips? That's a red flag.
Crusty, ashy lips are a no-no. At this point in life, there is no excuse for not applying enough moisturizer throughout the day. Some people consciously walk around with chapped lips that are like ceramic blades thinking that it's okay. Warning! This is not okay, neither is it healthy. Studies show common causes for chapped lips include: dehydration, mouth breathing, allergies, licking your lips, and even some toothpastes. So guys, do whatever it takes to keep those lips moist and hydrated, if you are considering to pucker up.
No flossing? No smooching!
Brushing your teeth simply isn't enough to get the cleaning job done. Brushing only cleans the outer surfaces, which is only one part of the process. Just like you won't brush only one side of your hair or shave only half of your beard, brushing your teeth is only a small portion of the process. Have you ever wondered why someone's breath is always smelly with the same smell every time you talk to them, but they have a white smile? It's probably because they are not flossing regularly. Food gets trapped in your teeth every time you eat and if you're not flossing like you should, last week's double cheeseburger and fries are still lingering in your mouth. Don't be gross. Take a couple of minutes and floss. It's just that easy.
Do you have that good clean feeling, no matter what?
Are you that guy that's always asking for gum? Having gum is a must, especially if you're always in a girl's face, which most of you are. A guy with gum is a way to show that he cares about his personal hygiene and is prepared to talk to whomever. In other words, never leave the cafe without that gum!
Who's your dentist?
Believe it or not, many people do not visit their dentist as often as needed. If you can not afford dental insurance, I understand. But for those of you who do have it and don't take a visit, that's just pure slack! Contrary to popular belief, going to the dentist isn't scary at all. Depending on the work that has to be done, it could be slightly painful. But, it will not be the end of the world. The dentist makes sure your mouth is free of plaque, tartar, and cavities during the visit. So if you're a guy and you don't schedule those appointments, I'll advise you to get to stepping!
Smile! Let me see those pearly...wait a minute!
You might be thinking, "My teeth aren't white but, I still have a nice smile." This is totally me. I don't have angel white teeth. I even find extremely white teeth unrealistic. So having an off-white smile is alright with me. However, dark or brownish yellow teeth are not acceptable by any means. How do you expect someone to take you seriously if you're not taking care of your smile? There are tons of oral products that can be used to remove stained teeth and keep you with a healthy looking smile.
All of these reasons should be considered when you're dating or thinking about approaching a potential lover. So consider a self-examination before getting to know someone because it is very noticeable when you approach someone with great features that also includes an amazing smile.
