You see a female approx 35...never met before.....she opens her mouth, either to smile...yawn (not covering with hand)....eating.....or even talking..etc.
Just curious about what you thought after you unknowingly visualized the unexspected?
2006-09-09 07:17:44 · 31 answers · asked by Vtownn 1 in Health ➔ Dental
My first impression is sadness for her. I feel sad for her that she probably feels insecure about her appearance. And I would feel bad for her because she most likely can't afford to do anything about it. That would be my FIRST impression. Later after giving it some thought I would feel guilty for judging her and her appearance. Knowing good and well she probably can afford to do something about it and is probably in the process of doing so.
2006-09-09 07:25:12 · answer #1 · answered by Vida 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
My first impression of a female with a missing front tooth would be the same for a male missing a front tooth.
I'd feel compassion and sympathy for them. I'd first give the benefit of the doubt by thinking a restoration of some sort must have failed. (Bridge fell out or injury to the mouth...)
Then I'd think they obviously do not have the means to take care of this unsightly matter or just simply do not know any better. Ignorance can be a painful thing.
I'd make no final judgment because I don't know the person. If a friend, I'd be in the know and then act accordingly.
2006-09-09 07:32:15 · answer #2 · answered by Jhazzi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think about her smile, looks, body, ect. I know she did not knock her front tooth out on purpose so I not think it is a reflection on her. She may not have the "hundreds of dollars it take to have an Implant.
I wold honestly know a lot more about her before making judgments. I know too many people who lost teeth by accident, or sickness.
Women lose a lot of calcium during and after having children and that is one of the number 1 reasons for many of them losing teeth.
Another think is the world wide attention paid to southerners without teeth or having them missing. this is due to media rhetoric bull but SO many people believe it. Yeah like there are no dentist in "new York,London, Chicago, Ill, Istanbul:):)".
2006-09-09 07:29:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on the rest of her appearance.
1. If she was well groomed otherwise, I would assume that she had recently had an accident of some sort and needed time to heal before having dental procedures or I would assume she was in the process of having dental work done.
2. If her appearance was less than groomed, I would think money was an issue. No one wants to go around with a gap in their smile.
2006-09-09 07:26:08 · answer #4 · answered by koffee 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well many impressions can be thought of.Maybe she was a boxer or just had a minor accident. If you do decide to date her by any chance, looks should not be the leading factor. But yes part of you wil probably think that it is wierd to be missing a tooth. But don't be afraid to ask her why.... don't bring it up in a random time. Casually ask it or hint it... and maybe even share any experiences like that.
2006-09-09 07:21:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
going by the various answers posted, its obvious that most people havent taken into consideration the obvious. your next question might be....how many people have had wisdom teeth taken out? and did that change their personality? they might not be seen, but they are missing any way you choose to look at it.
how many of you that answered have all your teeth? (teens need not respond)
2006-09-09 07:31:45 · answer #6 · answered by icameheretosleepnotchat 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In the mountains of West Virginia or Millville, NJ, I wouldn't flinch. Anywhere else - EWWWWWWW!
2006-09-09 07:56:13 · answer #7 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Did you encounter her at Walmart or 7-11? She needs a dentist, but is probably too poor to afford one.
2006-09-09 07:20:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Low income, poor education, and poor dental care as a child.
2006-09-09 09:43:09 · answer #9 · answered by Bowllynn 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no you need 32 hillbillies in a room for a full set of teeth , id say start looking for prison tattoos
2006-09-09 07:25:00 · answer #10 · answered by Kitten,Doc 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋