It is no secret that Tikkok is a treasure of beauty and wellness tips. Some are genius; Others, not so much. And when it comes to your teeth and Tikok trends, the wrong advice can do real damage – and believe me that I saw the consequences of some. From DIY -Whitinging Pastes to “natural” hacks, social media are full of courageous promises and even bold risks. How do you separate the smile that separates from the almost creepy, from the right scary? Let us break down what rises – and what you should do instead.
Trend: DIY teeth lightening with lemon juice and baking powder
Judgment: hard no
This hack appears [way too] Often: Mix lemon juice (acid) with baking powder (abrasively) to create a DIY whitening paste. While it may look like it is working first, this combination can undermine enamel, which leads to dental sensitivity, yellowed and leads long -term damage.
Safe exchange: Choose for the toothpaste recognized by the dentist, or book a professional meeting in the chairman. Home Whitening kits that are available from your dentist are also a practical solution. In my practice, Bekker Dental & Aesthetics, we swear by Philips, whitening zoomem.
Trend: Submit teeth with nail files
Judgment: Please do not!
Yes, some TikTokers actually enter their teeth to “even out” them at home. This is incredibly dangerous. Etraille does not grow back – and as soon as it is gone, there is a risk of nerve damage, pain and permanent structural problems.
Better idea: If you are dissatisfied with the shape of your teeth, contact your dentist. Gentle contour and cosmetic options are available without ruining your enamel.
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Trend: Use with magical eraser to clean the teeth
Judgment: terrible
Magic eraser is made of melamine foam, a hard chemical grinding plant that is intended for cleaning walls and not for your teeth. Some influencers claim that it has their teeth immediately, but it can destroy enamel and uncover sensitive inner layers of their teeth.
Truth bomb: There is no quick solution for this type of risk. If you have doubts, do not put anything in your mouth that you would not want in your skin care routine.
Trend: charcoal toothpaste to lighten
Judgment: approach with caution
Charcoal tooth pasta is trendy for its “natural” attractiveness. While it can remove surface stains, many charcoal products are too abrasive for regular use and can wear the enamel over time.
For the tip: If you are happy to use charcoal products, make sure that you are out of a reputable brand and not be used every day. Always look for the South African Dental Association (SADA) Seal or consult your dentist.
Trend: teeth from home (without a dentist)
Judgment: risk business
Some online companies offer mail order without a personal exam. The problem? You may have underlying problems that only a dentist can see. Moving teeth without supervision can lead to long -term bite problems or jaw pain.
Smart Move: Always contact an orthodontist or dentist before starting a tooth movement, even if it is cheaper online. Your long -term health is worth investing and nowadays there are some options available. So just start advice.
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Think tempting to try the latest Tikok “Hack”, remember: Your teeth are not trend -driven. Etraille does not grow back and their oral health plays an important role in their general well -being, from self -confidence to heart health.
Before you wipe on the next viral tooth trend, ask yourself: Would your dentist agree? And if the answer is no, please scroll by with your healthy smile intact.
Regardless of whether you soften, bish or smooth, first contact your dentist or oral hygienist. The safest trend? A healthy, self -confident, well -isted smile.
By Dr. Ockert Bekker, founder and dentist at Bekker Dental & Aesthetics
About Dr. Bekker
Founder and dentist at Bekker Dental & Aesthetics
Dr. Ockert Bekker is a very accomplished dentist who is known for his passion and commitment to excellent benefits in patient care and advanced dentistry. He holds a BCHD from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and several postgraduate diplomas in endodontic and aesthetic dentistry. His striving for continuous learning caused him to complete an implant scholarship at New York University (NYU) and an orthodontic Aligner scholarship, which further improves its ability to offer the latest tooth solutions.
Dr. Bekker is proud to stay at the head of modern dentistry and to pursue a holistic approach to dental care that combines technical expertise with a patient -oriented philosophy. His practice, Bekker Dental & Aesthetics with branches in Durbanville and Paarl, is equipped with the latest technology to ensure personalized treatments that prioritize long -term oral health and aesthetic excellence.
Dr. Bekker and his extensive team are known for the extra parts and create an inviting environment in which the comfort of patients is of the greatest importance. Regardless of whether the smile with aesthetic treatments or the restoration of the function is improved by complex methods, they provide results that are as beautiful as they last.
