Many people brush their teeth immediately after eating. But is it good or bad for your teeth? Tap to find out!
What happens to the teeth?
After eating slightly acidic foods like lemon, pickles, and fruit juices, our tooth enamel becomes softer. This can easily damage enamel and can lead to tooth decay.
What does the study say?
According to a study published in PubMed, brushing teeth right after eating can damage the enamel.
How long to wait for a brush?
According to dentists, one should wait at least 30 minutes to 1 hour after eating before brushing. This time helps in keeping the tooth enamel safe and strong.
Urgent brush
If you want to brush your teeth before going out, use a toothpaste that has fluoride in it. It protects the enamel.
What to do after eating acidic foods?
Rinse your mouth with water or chew gum after drinking lemonade, orange juice, or soda. This helps keep the pH level of the mouth normal, and there is no bad effect on the tooth enamel.
Information credits
This information is taken from a stuidy published in Pubmed. However, it is always advisable to conusult a dentist for personlised suggestions.