【Metro】From vinegar shots to juicing: The popular health hacks damaging your teeth

And as the winter draws in, and colds and flu abound, we’re all looking for tips and tricks that keep bugs at bay.

‘However, whilst apple cider vinegar may offer some benefits to your health, it can be rather damaging for your teeth, especially if you are drinking daily.

‘Drinking lemon water regularly may cause enamel erosion or tooth decay due to the high content of acid in the citrus fruit.

‘The high content of sugar that comes from these juices after drinking them daily can wear away tooth enamel and promote cavities.

‘Many people have made the switch from dairy milk to substitute milks such as oat, soy and almond milk, and while there are benefits to switching, particularly for those who are lactose intolerant or want to avoid dairy for ethical reasons, there are also some damaging effects which come with these milks,’ said Payal.

‘Charcoal toothpaste has been made popular from the likes of social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, however dentists are still sceptical and do not recommend replacing your regular fluoride toothpaste with this,’ said Payal.

‘You should also ensure that you are maintaining your regular oral health routine so that you can help counteract any damaging effects from these trends.

‘If you want to still use your charcoal toothpaste, I would recommend only using it once or twice a week alongside your fluoride toothpaste, this way you will still see the benefits of using this whilst also protecting your teeth from its abrasive properties.