You wake up to the smell of fresh coffee brewing. As you stumble toward the kitchen, a daily debate looms: Do I brush my teeth now, or do I wait until after I eat? It’s a question millions of people ...

Brushing before breakfast removes overnight bacteria and coats teeth with protective fluoride. Brushing after breakfast clears food particles, but you should wait 30–60 minutes after eating. Dentists ...

You actually don't need to rinse your mouth after brushing your teeth. Keeping your mouth healthy means a daily routine of brushing your teeth to get rid of plaque and bacteria. While you might be ...

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But unfortunately, most people are already used to brushing their teeth at a particular time of the day, and they don't want to know what isn't healthy for them. Some people say that brushing your ...

The question: Is it better to brush your teeth before or after breakfast or a cup of coffee? The science: We all have our morning routines. Some of us make a beeline for the bathroom to brush away ...