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Tongue up, buttercup, she whispered right before the cameras flashed.
Craig McDean,Vogue, September 2014
These photos are forever.
Later, I asked her what she meant.
Oh, I learned this trick from a photographer ages ago, she laughed.
If youve been on social media lately, youve probably come across how-tos and tutorials showcasing this same trick.
Officially known as mewing, the term has racked up nearly 10 billion views onTiktokalone.
Proponents claim its the secret toachieving a snatched jawlinewithout injections, lasers, or surgery.
Admittedly, the before-and-afters are impressive.
But can mewing really change the shape of your jaw long-term?
And, most importantly, is the practice even safe?
Heres what the experts say.
In fact, the practice of mewing can be actually traced back half a century.
The term is named after the British orthodontist John Mew, explainsDr.
Peter LeeofWave Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Mewwho is still alive, by the waybelieves that in recent history, human jaws have become weak.
To mew or not to mew?
Just dont count on mewing to create any lasting effects.
I recommend considering evidence-based approaches, saysDr.
Ali Shahbaza dermatologist atWestlake Dermatology Lamar Central.
Always prioritize consultations with qualified healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective methods tailored to your individual needs.
Or, it could simply come down to addressing your posture.
Chrystle Cu, dentist and co-founder ofCocofloss.
Nothing wrong with that.
