If you’re like me, then the morning is often the most difficult time of the day. I’m usually still half asleep and fighting to make my way out of bed. But every now and then, even if it’s only once or twice a week, I’ll wake up feeling great after brushing my teeth before breakfast. So should you brush your teeth before or after breakfast?
It is true that brushing your teeth before breakfast might be the better option, but that doesn’t mean you must brush your teeth before eating breakfast.
Brush your teeth before eating breakfast. That’s a popular myth!
The truth is that brushing your teeth after eating breakfast is actually better for you than brushing them before eating.
This is because the bacteria in plaque on your teeth will have time to settle down and repair themselves, which means they won’t be as likely to cause problems later on in life. In addition to this, if you brush while still hungry (and maybe give up some of that delicious food), then you may be able to eat more slowly and enjoy each bite more fully.
If you do brush your teeth before breakfast, take steps to reduce the wear on your enamel and gums.
If you do brush your teeth before breakfast, take steps to reduce the wear on your enamel and gums.
Use a soft-bristled brush—the bristles should not be able to penetrate too deeply into your mouth.
Use fluoride toothpaste, which helps strengthen teeth by reducing the risk of decay.
Brush gently and for the recommended amount of time (check with your dentist or dental hygienist). Don’t use too much pressure when brushing; this can damage the surface of your teeth and cause sensitivity in some people who have sensitive gums or fillings.* Don’t use a toothpick because it makes it harder for bacteria to adhere to plaque-covered surfaces.* Avoid sugary foods or drinks after brushing
If you brush your teeth after eating, there are ways to keep your teeth and mouth healthy even after eating sugary or acidic food.
If you brush your teeth after eating, there are ways to keep your teeth and mouth healthy even after eating sugary or acidic food.
Brush with fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride is the only way to prevent cavities in hard-to-reach areas of the mouth such as between teeth. It also helps reduce plaque build-up on the surface of enamel, which can cause gum disease and tooth decay.
A good rule of thumb: use fluoride toothpaste twice per day—once in the morning before breakfast and another time at night before bedtime (or both). You don’t need to buy special brands; any standard brand will do!
Use soft bristles when brushing instead of hard ones because they’re gentler on sensitive gums and can reach more places inside each tooth cavity where plaque accumulates during an overnight stay at home before going out again tomorrow morning so make sure all surfaces are accessible without hurting yourself while doing so.”
Whether you brush your teeth before or after breakfast just make sure that you’re brushing twice a day for two minutes.
Whether you brush your teeth before or after breakfast just make sure that you’re brushing twice a day for two minutes.
If you brush before breakfast, don’t go too hard on the gums, and don’t forget to use fluoride toothpaste.
If you brush after breakfast, then do the same thing as if it were morning time: go with fluoride toothpaste and remember not to use too much pressure when cleaning around your mouth!
Conclusion
We hope this article has helped you decide whether or not to brush your teeth before breakfast. If you’re going to brush your teeth after breakfast, make sure that you do it for two minutes and use approved fluoride toothpaste. Happy brushing!
