Brushing your teeth is vital to remove unwanted food particles and plaque buildup. To keep your teeth in excellent condition, you should brush them at least twice a day. One common question that a lot of people have is if they should brush their teeth before or after breakfast.
Why Should You Brush Before Breakfast?
When you're asleep, plaque-causing bacteria are free to multiply inside your mouth. This is the reason that you might have morning breath or that mossy taste in your mouth. You should wash that bacteria away with your fluoride toothpaste before breakfast.
When you apply fluoride toothpaste, it works to coat the existing enamel on your teeth. This creates a barrier to protect your teeth from foods and drinks that have high amounts of acid. Also, when you brush your teeth in the morning, it helps to jumpstart your saliva production. This helps it become more effective throughout the day. The more productive your saliva is, the faster you're going to be able to break down foods. Plus, it helps to kill off the harmful bacteria that gets in your mouth.
What Breakfast Foods and Drinks You Should Avoid?
Unfortunately, many breakfast foods can damage your enamel. This is due to their high content of acid. Foods like orange juice, citrus, and dried fruit can ruin your enamel due to their high acid content. Plus, bread and pastries can also weaken your tooth enamel. You should eat food that doesn't have a high acid content by nature. Foods with little to no acid are going to be better for your tooth enamel.
How to Best Brush Your Teeth in the Morning
When it comes to brushing your teeth in the morning, you want to do so in an effective manner. Wet the head of your brush and apply a small amount of fluoride toothpaste. You want to use the amount to be the size of a pea. Make sure that you're brushing your teeth at an angle so that you can get to all those hard-to-reach spots.
You should invest in brushing each section of your mouth for about two minutes. Section your mouth off by the front teeth, your side teeth, and the chewing surfaces of your teeth. Make sure that you end with brushing all the bacterial residue off of your tongue. Always spit out any leftover toothpaste and never swallow it. You can always follow up by using a helpful mouthwash. This can help you to protect your teeth and enhance the smell of your breath.
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If you have more questions about how to take care of your teeth, then it's time to contact us. Let our experienced dentist assist you with all your dental health needs. Be sure to get your dental cleanings twice a year!
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