So we been brushing our teeth wrong?!?! Wtf

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Don't rinse after brushing and other tips for better dental health

At night, you produce less saliva than during the day. Because of this, your teeth have less protection from saliva and are more vulnerable to acid attacks. That's why it's important to remove food from your teeth before bed so plaque bacteria can't feast overnight. Don't eat or drink anything except water after brushing at night. This also gives fluoride the longest opportunity to work.
Once you've brushed, don't rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash -- you're washing away the fluoride! This can be a difficult habit to break, but can reduce tooth decay by up to 25%.

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it's weird I was always thought not to rinse after I brush my teeth. I never realized so many people didn't do that.

I just always figured my breath was fresher after I brushed made me develop a uncomfortable dislike for orange juice because of it.


https://www-m.cnn.com/2019/05/03/health/dental-health-tips-partner/index.html?r=https://www.google.com/

Don't rinse after brushing and other tips for better dental health

At night, you produce less saliva than during the day. Because of this, your teeth have less protection from saliva and are more vulnerable to acid attacks. That's why it's important to remove food from your teeth before bed so plaque bacteria can't feast overnight. Don't eat or drink anything except water after brushing at night. This also gives fluoride the longest opportunity to work.
Once you've brushed, don't rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash -- you're washing away the fluoride! This can be a difficult habit to break, but can reduce tooth decay by up to 25%.

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