Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After You Eat?

As you probably know, sugary foods and drinks can actually lead to tooth decay. Similarly, you probably know that you can avoid this problem by brushing and flossing your teeth regularly. Similarly, you may know that brushing and flossing correctly can help you keep these issues at bay. However, do you know when you should brush?

You should remember to wait about half an hour after you eat before you brush your teeth. You see, after you eat, your enamel can be weakened. If you decide to brush while your teeth are softened, you could actually damage your pearly whites. After half an hour, your enamel will harden again. It is especially important that you avoid brushing for thirty minutes after you eat sugary or acidic foods.

While you should wait at least half an hour after you eat to brush, what can you do if you’re in a hurry? You could brush before you eat, but many people are bothered by how toothpaste affects the flavor of their food. Fortunately, there are toothpastes with milder flavor that won’t have a major impact on your food. If you’re worried that food will affect your breath,
using mouthwash or eating an apple can cover your breath.

If you’re interested in learning more about how or when to floss, please don’t hesitate to give [practice_name] a call at [phone]. Dr. [doctor_name] and our team will be happy to answer any questions you have. We’re eager to hear from you!

Preventing Bad Breath

Bad breath can ruin an otherwise great day. It can leave you self conscious every time you open your mouth. You could consider using mouthwash, but this may only be hiding a deeper issues. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to beat bad breath at the source.

There are many different issues that can lead to bad breath. For instance, an imbalanced diet, acid reflux, diabetes, gum disease, smoking, drinking alcohol, and even some prescription medications can all lead to bad breath. Fortunately, our team can help you avoid these problems. The most common reason for bad breath is poor dental hygiene—which we can help you reverse quickly.

If you’re coping with bad breath, mouthwash is a great choice—as long as you don’t rely on it too often. Similarly, brushing and flossing your teeth are extremely important parts of keeping your breath fresh. However, you may also need to consider paying a visit to our dentist if your bad breath continues.

If you’re interested in learning more about preventing bad breath, please don’t hesitate to give [practice_name] a call at [phone]. Dr. [doctor_name] and our team will be happy to examine your smile and offer you any advice you need. We look forward to receiving your call soon.