Brushing Your Teeth In The Morning
When you wake up in the morning, your teeth probably feel GROSS. I know mine tend to! Brushing your teeth may be refreshing in the morning, but it also has practical health benefits.
Why Should I Brush In The Morning?
Brushing your teeth in the morning not only improves our breath, but it also gets rid of any bacteria that grew in your mouth during the night. Bacterial biofilms are actively developing overnight as a result of reduced salivary flow. Typically, saliva washes away bacterial byproducts. When sleeping, a lack of saliva flow impacts how much bacteria can be washed away – which is why your mouth feels gross when you wake up.
Additionally, toothpastes deliver topical fluoride treatments, which help your teeth deal with daily wear and tear.
Should I Brush Before Or After Breakfast?
There are different trains of though regarding the time where you should brush your teeth in the morning. Some believe that you should brush 20-60 minutes after eating, while others suggest brushing before breakfast, and rinsing after. The differences in opinion revolve around the impact acidogenic responses and pH levels have on the tooth.
Realistically, the most important thing is that you are consistently brushing in the morning. Your personal preferences, schedule, and brushing habits can all impact when you choose to brush in the morning. We seek to promote regular, effective tooth brushing above anything else.
Remind Me,, What Are Benefits Of Brushing Again?
Brushing prevents tooth decay. Dental plaque can cause cavities if it’s left between teeth. The bacteria that live in plaque, when combined with sugar, can start the process of tooth decay.
Brushing also prevents gum disease. Gingivitis is the first stage of gym disease, and is caused by an accumulation of plaque around gums and between teeth.
Brushing prevents halitosis, which is caused by – you guessed it – dental plaque. If left between your teeth, it will generate bad breath, which comes from the metabolism of the bacteria contained in plaque.
Brushing prevents tartar build-up. Tartar is dental plaque that has become hard from the saliva’s calcifying action. Brushing can slow down the accumulation of tartar, but does not actually remove it. Regular dental cleanings can also remove tartar.
Brushing reduces the risk of heart disease. The mouth is an entry point to harmful bacteria that can reach your body’s organs, including cardiac tissue.
Lastly, brushing can help you avoid the complications of diabetes. Diabetics can have their condition complicated by gum disease, because they have a weaker immune system, making it more difficult to fight inflammations and infections.