What Do
Women (and Men!) Want?
It may be a first date or it may be a long-term relationship,
but whatever the goal, young women and men have clearly stated what the
“must-haves” are – at least when it comes to initial attractiveness.
Recently a survey was done of over 5,000 single adults, and the
results were surprising!
Fortunately, trust and respect both ranked as essential elements
in a potential partner. But before you
can even get that far, close to half of the people surveyed claim they research
someone online before meeting them, with 38% saying they would cancel the date
if they didn’t like what they found!
Perhaps the most interesting part of the survey involved what
others are judged on. The results differed for men and women, with women ranking
their date’s clothing (58%) over hair (53%), and vice versa for men (51% for
hair vs. 45% for clothes).
Fortunately, at the bottom of the list, only 9% judge others on
the electronic device they carry. And towards the top for both sexes came
grammar – so watch what you say!!
But least surprising (to us anyway) was the fact that the number
one thing both sexes look at when sizing up their dates are…..teeth!
According to one very wise survey participant, “Taking care of
your teeth is a good indicator of hygiene.” How true!
Anthropologist Helen Fisher, a professor at Rutgers University,
agrees. She says “From a Darwinian perspective, good teeth are a real
indication of your health – how much you drink, smoke, and what you’re eating.”
Even more so, yellow, stained, uneven and otherwise unsightly teeth can leave a
first impression that is hard to overturn.
Whether you are single, married, dating, or not interested – a
healthy attractive smile says so much about you. That’s why regular preventive
dental care is one of the most important things you can do for your appearance
and physical well-being.
At Cosgrove Dental Care, we care about you and your smile! If you
have any concerns about the appearance of your teeth or your dental health in
general, we are here for you!! Whether it’s a confidential smile evaluation,
problems with bad breath, or a routine dental cleaning – we will be glad to see
you and answer any questions you may have. Please call us today at
205-967-4080. We can help!
