Who are ‘silver tooth kids’ and why is the internet calling them ‘bad’?

The internet often links children sporting silver dental crowns to unruly behavior, but this is a misguided stereotype. These crowns, made of stainless steel, serve a critical purpose: they protect damaged baby teeth from decay and maintain structure. It's essential to dispel the idea that a child's dental work signifies anything about their character or their parenting, as these treatments are purely preventive.

By TOI LIFESTYLE DESK