The morning brush
Some people brush as soon as they get up because they can’t stand the taste in their mouths; some people wait until after breakfast and brush right before they head out the door. Either way, it is important to brush in the morning (or whenever you get out of bed). As you sleep, your mouth makes less saliva, and bacteria thrive in this dry environment. Brushing in the morning is a good way to get rid of that extra bacteria – besides, isn’t having a fresh and minty mouth a good way to start the day?
The before-bed brush
Bacteria keep building up on your teeth and gums throughout the day. Besides bacteria, you also accumulate particles from all of the food you’ve been eating all day. You want to make sure you get any debris off of your teeth before bed, before it has a chance to do any damage. Food particles left on your teeth produce acid, which quickly begins eating away at your tooth enamel.
If you can brush after every meal, do! However, for many of us this just isn’t very realistic. Get into the habit of brushing at least twice a day for at least 2 minutes, and don’t forget the floss. Also, don’t forget to visit your dentist, if you are having pain in your teeth or gums or if you just need a good cleaning. Make an appointment at Dr. Samuel Jirik’s office in Cabot, Arkansas, for healthy teeth. Call (501) 843-9561 today!
