People with straight teeth are considered not just more attractive than people with crooked teeth–theyre considered smarter, too. People with straight teeth are more likely to be hired than someone with similar qualifications but crooked teeth–and theyll probably be offered a higher salary.

Why having straight teeth is important?

Straightening the teeth helps to eliminate space between the teeth where debris is often caught and left to decay. Straight teeth have fewer cavities. This is related to brushing and flossing again!

Is crooked teeth cute in Japan?

“In Japan, in fact, crooked teeth are actually endearing, and it shows that a girl is not perfect. And, in a way, men find that more approachable than someone who is too overly perfect.” The imperfect-teeth phenomenon has its Western equivalents.