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Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stokie dentist to the stars reveals most requested celebrity smile
A Stoke-on-Trent dentist to the stars has revealed the most requested celebrity smile patients ask him to replicate - and the £4 tool that can help you get it. Dr Kal Prajapat, 28, who has a practise in Stone and Festival Park, has been a cosmetic dentist for 10 years and is opening a new practice in Harrods later this year. He said having the perfect grin is now seen as a "status symbol" and more younger people than ever are after work thanks to seeing the work done on others on TikTok and Instagram. "Clients come to me with a reference picture from a famous person - usually an influencer - like you'd do at the hairdresser," said the dentist. Margot Robbie is the most popular right now because in a dentist's view, she has the perfect smile. READ MORE: Police 'dismantling' cannabis farm rumbled in Stoke-on-Trent street READ MORE: Trucker in Royal Stoke after M6 crash between recovery lorry and coach "Her smile fits her face well with its beautiful shape and natural characteristics. Her teeth follow her lower lip perfectly, and she has a tall buccal corridor smile - where a noticeable space exists between the sides of the upper teeth and corners of the mouth. Cheryl Cole is a close second." He says people in their 20s are seeking dental procedures from the rise of influencers and popular programmes like Love Island. Dr Kal added: "The advent of TikTok and Instagram has resulted in younger people wanting to have work done to their teeth. Before, it was Hollywood veneers that were popular among older people, as they typically had more disposable income. "Now people in their teens and 20s are wanting work done to get the perfect 'Instagramable' grin." Asked how to get "instant results" and a whiter smile, he recommends using an interdental toothbrush - a small, thin brush used to clean between teeth and along the gumline, where a regular toothbrush can't reach. They are available for around £4 from supermarkets. "For instant results but without a bid price tag, I recommend using an interdental toothbrush after regular brushing," he said. "They clean where routine brushing misses, meaning better gum health and a whiter smile I can immediately tell if a patient uses them by a glance at their teeth." With a practice in Stone and Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, and soon to be Harrods, London, Dr Kal has a wide range of clients, including celebrities. Despite invasive procedures like veneers once being in high demand, Dr Kal says "less is more for a long-lasting smile" and promotes non-invasive composite bonding, Invisalign, and professional teeth whitening. Featuring in Olivia Attwood's recent season of The Price Of Perfection on ITV, he discusses the unrealistic cosmetic dental standards set by influencer culture. "People are using their teeth as a status symbol, like you might do with a designer bag or watch." Dr Kal said. "And it's not just women, I've seen a rise in men seeking dental work. They're not embarrassed or shy, and why should they? A lovely smile is beautiful on men and women. "I like to promote non-invasive procedures like composite bonding, plus they don't affect the quality of the tooth through drilling or filling. Less is more when it comes to dental procedures- that and an enamel-safe toothpaste, and I recommend an electric toothbrush." Understanding that not everyone can afford cosmetic dentistry, Dr Kal said: "I don't recommend whitening strips, they're too chemically abrasive for the teeth. It diminished the enamel, making the teeth more vulnerable to damage and cavities. "A good enamel-safe toothpaste is where you should start, and preferably an electric toothbrush. Oil pulling is an ancient medicinal practice which some people favour to get a whiter smile, but I evidence supporting its use is quite low. "Teeth whitening is where I recommend people spend their money, by going to a professional. It's more effective, safer and longer-lasting due to the EU-regulated chemicals we use. "It's a luxury not everyone can or wants to indulge in. If it's not something you can afford, an interdental toothbrush is your go-to product. Everyone should be using them." Get daily headlines and breaking news emailed to you - it's FREE
Scottish Sun
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I'm a dentist and most clients ask for the same two celebrity smiles – there's a £4 treatment that will achieve it
A DENTIST to the stars has revealed which two celebrity smiles patients ask him to replicate most often. Dr Kal Prajapat, 28, shared what dentists view as the "perfect smile" and the £4 tool that can help you get it. 7 Cosmetic dentist Dr Kal Prajapat said he frequently gets asked to replicate two celeb smiles Credit: SWNS 7 The first of these was Margot Robbie's as 'her teeth follow her lower lip perfectly' Credit: Getty 7 Cheryl Cole's smile comes in at a 'close second' Credit: Getty He's been a cosmetic dentist for 10 years and is opening a new practice in Harrods later this year. Dr Kal said having the perfect grin is now seen as a "status symbol" with more and more young people after work after coming across flawless pearly whites on TikTok and Instagram. "Clients come to me with a reference picture from a famous person - usually an influencer - like you'd do at the hairdresser," said the dentist from London. "Margot Robbie is the most popular right now because in a dentist's view, she has the perfect smile. "Her smile fits her face well with its beautiful shape and natural characteristics. "Her teeth follow her lower lip perfectly, and she has a tall buccal corridor smile - where a noticeable space exists between the sides of the upper teeth and corners of the mouth. "Cheryl Cole is a close second." He says people in their 20s are seeking dental procedures, taking cues from influencers and popular programmes like Love Island. Dr Kal added: "The advent of TikTok and Instagram has resulted in younger people wanting to have work done to their teeth. "Before, it was Hollywood veneers that were popular among older people, as they typically had more disposable income. UK Mum's Dental Nightmare: Turkey Teeth Leave Her in Debt and Pain "Now people in their teens and 20s are wanting work done to get the perfect 'Instagramable' grin." Asked how to get "instant results" and a whiter smile, he recommends using an interdental toothbrush - a small, thin brush used to clean between teeth and along the gumline, where a regular toothbrush can't reach. They are available for around £4 from supermarkets. "For instant results but without a bid price tag, I recommend using an interdental toothbrush after regular brushing," he said. 7 Dr Kal recommended using interdental brushes to brush up your smile Credit: Getty 7 They cost £4 and can get into the nooks and crannies your regular brush can't reach "They clean where routine brushing misses, meaning better gum health and a whiter smile. "I can immediately tell if a patient uses them by a glance at their teeth." With a practice in Stone and Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, and soon to be Harrods, London, Dr Kal has a wide range of clients, including a few celebs. Despite invasive procedures like veneers once being in high demand, Dr Kal says "less is more for a long-lasting smile" and promotes non-invasive composite bonding, Invisalign, and professional teeth whitening. Dentist-approved teeth whitening tips ERIN Fraundorf, DMD, MSD, owner of BOCA Orthodontic + Whitening Studio in Missouri, shared her top tips for whiter teeth. Seek whitening treatment from a professional. It's often stronger and will be the most effective so you don't waste your money on a product that doesn't work or may harm you. You also only get one set of teeth, so it's best not to experiment on them. Consider the cause of the staining. There are numerous causes for teeth to have a yellow or brown tint. Be sure to get evaluated and diagnosed by a professional to ensure you receive the best treatment for your stains. Not all stains are the same so they may require different treatments. Consider your lifestyle, smile goals, and budget. When choosing a whitening treatment that is best for you, consider multiple factors when designing a custom plan. Some people like homework to whiten at home, some prefer in-office treatments only, some need to get really bright really fast — for a wedding, for example — whereas others would like a more gentle, gradual, consistent approach to whitening. Ease into it. Start integrating teeth whitening into your routine gradually to get your teeth accustomed to it and you can closely monitor your level of sensitivity to regulate how frequently you can whiten. Try to prevent. Make tiny changes to your lifestyle in an effort to prevent staining from penetrating your teeth. For example, sip staining beverages through a straw, swish with plain water after drinking anything staining, and pick flat water over sparkling whenever possible. Water floss to help in between the teeth stains. Blast away stubborn stains in between your teeth with a water flosser, because toothbrush bristles can only reach so much of your tooth surface. Featuring in Olivia Attwood's recent season of The Price Of Perfection on ITV, he discusses the unrealistic cosmetic dental standards set by influencer culture. "People are using their teeth as a status symbol, like you might do with a designer bag or watch." Dr Kal said. "And it's not just women, I've seen a rise in men seeking dental work. "They're not embarrassed or shy, and why should they? "A lovely smile is beautiful on men and women. "I like to promote non-invasive procedures like composite bonding, plus they don't affect the quality of the tooth through drilling or filling. "Less is more when it comes to dental procedures - that and an enamel-safe toothpaste, and I recommend an electric toothbrush." Teeth whitening 'hacks' to avoid Understanding that not everyone can afford cosmetic dentistry, Dr Kal said: "I don't recommend whitening strips, they're too chemically abrasive for the teeth. "It diminished the enamel, making the teeth more vulnerable to damage and cavities. "A good enamel-safe toothpaste is where you should start, and preferably an electric toothbrush. "Oil pulling is an ancient medicinal practice which some people favour to get a whiter smile, but evidence supporting its use is quite low. "Teeth whitening is where I recommend people spend their money, by going to a professional. "It's more effective, safer and longer-lasting due to the EU-regulated chemicals we use. "It's a luxury not everyone can or wants to indulge in. "If it's not something you can afford, an interdental toothbrush is your go-to product. "Everyone should be using them." 7 Dr Kal advised against using whitening strips or oil pulling Credit: SWNS
