“Peer Pressure Is Real”: Man Deeply Regrets Getting Gold Teeth Trend From the Past

• A South African man admitted that he regrets following the gold teeth trend that was popular a decade ago
• The viral post took viewers back to the early 2010s era of bold fashion and flashy confidence
• The viral confession became a funny but honest reflection on how quickly trends change over time

South Africans loved the honesty of the gold teeth confession, turning it into a funny and nostalgic look back at the country’s flashiest fashion phase.

A man posted a video on 2 October 2025, revealing his biggest regret of getting gold teeth. In the clip, he showed two gold caps he still had, explaining that while they were trendy around 2014 and 2015, he now wishes he had never followed the fad. The short video drew immediate attention as viewers reminisced about that flashy era when gold smiles were symbols of status and confidence.

In his reflection, content creator @kayone6ix spoke about how times and fashion evolve, and what once made people feel ‘cool’ can quickly lose relevance. Many South Africans could relate, recalling other bold trends that faded away with time. His post served as both a humorous confession and a gentle reminder that style can be fleeting, and what feels permanent can later become a regret.

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Outdated 2010s fashion resurfaces

The video spread quickly across TikTok, attracting thousands of views and sparking conversations about how fashion cycles change. Within days, it received over 1,000 comments, with people laughing, sharing their old photos, and comparing their own style mishaps. It wasn’t just about gold teeth; it was about how people grow and how past choices often make for great stories later.

Viewers responded with humour and nostalgia, saying his honesty made them reflect on their own decisions. Some said trends like gold teeth defined an era of boldness, while others appreciated the maturity that comes with acknowledging mistakes. The clip proved that sometimes, a simple confession can start a national conversation about self-expression and evolution.

Mzansi reacted to the video

Slay Mom said:

“I’m laughing because I told you not to. 🤣🤣”

Golden visuals commented:

“I removed mine in 2021 and got my smile back.”

OG_Fuago said:

“I’m glad my mom said ‘no’ all those times. 🙏”

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warrak88 added:

“I removed mine last month and got braces last week; I’m proud; my confidence got restored.”

nws_day wrote:

“Peer pressure is for real. 🥀”

Molemo Mosena said:

“Skhothane trend made it happen. 😂”

MANSKAP- commented:

“Worst part! 😭 I put them on my rabbit teeth.”

Zweli added:

“You were probably so excited that day. 🤣”

Check out the TikTok video below:

3 Briefly News stories related to teeth accessories

• A lawyer reportedly called it quits after a client offered his gold tooth as payment for his legal fees, prompting reactions online.
• A group of engineering students decided to test out if a current could flow through a platinum tooth, and SA loved the result.
• A dentist shared a video of a gold tooth removal, and the TikTok sparked South Africans' attention.

Source: Briefly News