"The Unscientific Reason Some People Have Creepy Smiles" — They are creeps. See very many photos and videos of Joe Biden standing close to young girls.**
In many Eastern European cultures, smiling is not so prevalent. They are not less friendly, they just don't put that big "Hollywood Smile" on when they greet you.
Over the years as I jettisoned my "people pleasing" character flaw ingrained by my narcissitic mom, I have noticed myself I smile less. Now I understand better why that is. Thanks!
** This doesn't make me a Trump fan. I can dislike multiple politicians at the same time.