A dentist has dispelled the myth about brushing your teeth after breakfast and named other habits that make a visit to the dentist inevitable.
Dr. Samir Patel shares the activities you should avoid to improve your dental health.
A doctor has called the idea that teeth should be brushed after breakfast a mistake, reports the Daily Mail .
The dentist explained that during 8-10 hours of sleep, a lot of bacteria accumulate in the mouth, for which coffee, juice and food debris are a breeding ground.
Microorganisms produce acid that corrodes and destroys tooth enamel. Brushing only aggravates the neglected process.
The brush scrapes off the softened enamel, the acid gets into the untouched areas and further destroys the teeth. Patel emphasized that it is best to brush your teeth immediately after waking up.
Not everyone brushes their teeth before going to bed. This is what the dentist called another mistake. The doctor noted that evening brushing is very important for oral health.
In addition, the doctor advised to develop the habit of using dental floss, and also to stop using teeth as scissors, pliers or a corkscrew.
