A DENTIST has revealed the five simple hacks that she swears by – so if you want healthy gums and teeth, you’ll need to listen up.
Dr Surina Sehgal explained that you must stop using mouthwash every day and it’s important that you brush your teeth before breakfast and never after.
Not only this, but she also advised people to stop rinsing after they brush, start cleaning your tongue daily and also to avoid whitening toothpastes.
Posting online, Dr Surina said: "Dental hacks I swear by!”
She then shared her expert advice, as she explained: “Here are five dental hacks that will change your life.
“One – brush your teeth before breakfast and never after, because your mouth is in an acidic state and will cause demineralisation.
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“Two – don't rinse after you brush.”
Dr Surina then explained why you shouldn’t use whitening toothpastes, as well as her other top tips.
The dentist then continued: “Three – don’t use a whitening toothpaste as it’s abrasive and can cause enamel wear.
“Four – clean your tongue daily.
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“Five – don’t use a mouthwash too often.”
At the time of writing, Dr Surina’s TikTok clip, which was shared under the username @drsurinasehgal, had clearly impressed many, as it had quickly amassed 69,900 views in just two days.
Social media users were left stunned at the video and many were eager to ask Dr Surina for advice in the comments.
One person said: “Wait, I'm here thinking I'm taking care of my teeth by using mouthwash everyday.”
To this, Dr Surina replied: “Mechanically removing plaque using toothbrush and toothpaste is more effective.”
Another asked: “What toothpaste do you recommend?” to which Dr Surina advised “Any fluoride one!”
A third questioned: “Why the advice not to rinse your mouth after brushing. That remaining gunk makes for serious gag reflex.”
In response, Dr Surina confirmed: “Rinsing after brushing removes all the fluoride off your teeth!”
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At the same time, one user claimed: “I was doing this ever since I was a child.”
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