TikTok users are being warned of the dangers of a new trend circulating on the social media platform.
As the UK’s dentist crisis is getting worse by the day, more and more people are resorting to DIY dentistry in an attempt to fix their teeth problems. And one trend that has gone viral is DIY teeth whitening.
As a widespread lack of NHS dental appointments has left people unable to get treatment, experts at ExpressDentist.com were intrigued to find out the most popular DIY dental procedures on TikTok.
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Topping the list with more than 10 million views on TikTok is teeth whitening. Users of the social media platform have shared multiple videos on achieving the perfect white smile. The most popular hacks appeared to be: the use of 3% hydrogen peroxide mixed with water, lemon juice mixed with baking soda and even Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
But Dr Greg from Express Dentist explains why people should not carry out the treatment. He told the ECHO: “We only get one set of teeth, and they don't repair themselves once they're damaged.
"Many of the trending whitening techniques come with significant risk of damage to teeth. Abrasives erode tooth enamel the same way sandpaper works. Lemon juice is extremely acidic and can rapidly erode enamel. While some methods may be harmless, others come with the risk of serious damage. Stick with professional, approved methods for better results and healthier teeth.”
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