{"id":315,"date":"2024-07-12T23:36:27","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T23:36:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.epicfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=315"},"modified":"2024-07-31T23:38:20","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T23:38:20","slug":"breakfast-brushing-before-after","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.epicfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/12\/breakfast-brushing-before-after\/","title":{"rendered":"Rise and Shine: Should I Brush Before or After Breakfast?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s crucial to brush your teeth every morning, but there has long been disagreement about whether it is better to do it before or after breakfast. While it\u2019s understandable that many people would rather wait until after they have eaten to brush their teeth, it\u2019s actually more beneficial to brush before your morning meal. Here\u2019s a brief guide to the oral health benefits<\/a> of brushing your teeth before enjoying breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Should I Brush My Teeth Before Breakfast?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even when you are sleeping, the harmful oral bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease continue to multiply, resulting in some people experiencing a mossy taste or morning breath upon waking up. Brushing before breakfast eliminates these accumulations while coating your teeth with a protective barrier to prevent acid from eroding your enamel when you eat. Brushing also stimulates saliva production, which naturally helps flush away food debris while killing harmful bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But I Like Brushing My Teeth After Breakfast!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people are in the habit of brushing their teeth after breakfast to eliminate uncomfortable food residue while preventing unpleasant odors from forming on their breath. While it\u2019s still okay to brush after breakfast, there are a few points to keep in mind, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n