Dr Vikas Prinja

Warning sign in your spit that could mean something’s wrong

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Warning sign in your spit that could mean something’s wrong

Your body could be trying to tell you about a health problem through your spit, health experts warn. A good time to check your spit is when you’re about to start brushing your teeth – including before applying any toothpaste that could change the colour or consistency. Being aware of what to look out for … Read more

Peroxide teeth whitening trend could cause ‘black hairy tongue’

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Peroxide teeth whitening trend could cause ‘black hairy tongue’

A dentist has warned against an online trend that claims to whiten your teeth as it could cause you serious health issues. Dr Vikas Prinja, taking to TikTok under the username @thelondondentist, explained how the peroxide mouthwash ‘trend’ needs to stop. He said: “Everyone wants white teeth, and dentists use the same ingredient [peroxide] to … Read more