(Special blog post contributed by Ormco, the manufacturer of Damon Smile)

When you meet someone for the first time, what is the first thing you notice about them?

Is it their eyes? Is it their hair? Is it their weight?

A survey conducted by the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) found that, when meeting someone new, 37 percent of Americans notice a person’s smile before anything else. The AAO infographic below illustrates several of the lesser known facts about your smile.

Take a closer look and learn how a beautiful, healthy smile can positively affect your life—from love to professional development!