How Brushing Your Teeth At The Wrong Time Can Affect Your Health

It is adviced that you should aim to brush your teeth at least twice a day: once in the morning and once before going to bed.

Both times are equally important in my opinion, but experts advise brushing before bed so as to brush away all the plaque accumulated during the day.

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Brushing helps the protective layer on teeth and boosts saliva production, countering morning breath and acidity.

Brushing before breakfast increases the level of saliva in your mouth. When you sleep, the secretion of saliva slows down, and saliva helps to balance the acidity in your mouth. This means that your teeth are more vulnerable to acid attacks in the morning when you get up.

It may expose teeth to acidic food remnants, weakening enamel. Popular breakfast staples like orange juice, citrus fruit, dried fruit, bread, and pastries are harmful.

The American Dental Association recommends waiting 60 minutes after eating, especially after acidic foods. Brushing 30 minutes to an hour after eating is the best way to protect teeth and prevent enamel damage. Drinking water or chewing sugar-free gum after eating can also help clean teeth before brushing.

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