Doctor Ellie

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You might be brushing your teeth at the wrong time. Most people brush after breakfast, but brushing before breakfast may actually be better for your enamel. While you sleep, saliva flow decreases, giving bacteria more time to multiply and produce acids in your mouth. Brushing before breakfast helps clear that buildup before you introduce food and drinks. And if you brush immediately after breakfast, especially after citrus, juice, or coffee, you could be brushing while your enamel is temporarily softened by acids. Think of it like a dirty pan. You wouldn't start cooking in it and clean it afterward. If you prefer brushing after breakfast, give your mouth at least 30 minutes first. That gives saliva time to help neutralize acids and allows your enamel to recover. A tiny change to your morning routine can make a big difference for your teeth over time. Brush before breakfast, or wait 30 minutes after.

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Better early than late!!!

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I’m trying my best to listen I promise😂