Former England captain David Beckham has the best smile in football, according to a new poll that coincides with National Smile Month.
Beckham, who is currently considering an offer from manager Fabio Capello to join his staff for England's 2010 World Cup campaign, had 43% of the vote of people surveyed.
Conducted by the UK's leading oral health charity, the British Dental Health Foundation, alongside power-brush manufacturer Oral-B, the survey asked more than 1,000 people which footballer has the best and worst smile.
Real Madrid winger Cristiano Ronaldo came second while Frenchman Thierry Henry scooped third.
Even though an England star topped the rankings, it was not all good for the team.
Wayne Rooney was voted to have the worst smile, with 57%.
Chelsea's troubled captain, John Terry, followed with 13%, giving him the second worst smile.
A previous survey by the Foundation found that almost 70% of the public think those with a good smile have a greater chance of success.
Chief executive of the Foundation, Dr Nigel Carter, says: ‘It is essential we keep our smiles looking good, as they are often the first thing people notice about us. A previous survey showed that two thirds of the public were more likely to speak to someone if they smiled – so that's obviously the key to David Beckham's popularity.
‘It makes sense that a good smile could also impact our chances of success. If we're smiling and feeling confident, we often perform better in the work place.'
More than 50% of those who took part in that previous survey said that their first impressions of people were influenced by a person's smile, with a good smile leaving a lasting impression.
National Smile Month has just started (16 May-16 June) with a Teeth4life tagline aimed at promoting three key messages to protect your smile:
• Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste
• Cut down how often you have sugary foods and drinks
• Visit your dentist regularly
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