India, Oct. 14 -- Ever seen someone swishing coconut oil or brushing with jet-black charcoal and wondered, 'Does this actually work?' You're definitely not alone. The wellness world on social media is full of oral care trends, kitchen-counter hacks, and flashy online whitening kits-making it nearly impossible to separate genuine dental science from total marketing hype. Also read | HT Health Talk: You asked, our experts answered how to manage migraine in summer

Welcome back to HT Health Talk, your weekly go-to series by Hindustan Times where we strip away the fluff and bring you expert-backed health advice - no medical jargon, no guesswork, just facts you can actually use. This week, we're taking a deep dive into dental care with Dr Anku...