{"id":13884,"date":"2020-09-17T14:28:41","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T14:28:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westgatedentalcare.net\/blog\/?p=13884"},"modified":"2026-01-08T19:39:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T19:39:05","slug":"brushing-teeth-before-breakfast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westgatedentalcare.net\/blog\/2020\/09\/17\/brushing-teeth-before-breakfast\/","title":{"rendered":"Brushing Teeth: Should You Do It Before or After Breakfast?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve been told your whole life to brush your teeth twice a day. If you\u2019re like most, this habit probably occurs in the morning and at night. However, how do you know if you\u2019re brushing at the correct time? Should you brush before or after your breakfast? It may be surprising but brushing your teeth before breakfast has its advantages. Read on to learn more about the best time to clean your teeth and why waiting until after your meal could actually damage your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Brush Before Breakfast?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you sleep, plaque and bacteria in the mouth grow because you\u2019re not producing as much saliva as normal, which naturally keeps your mouth clean. That\u2019s why you may wake up with \u201cmorning breath\u201d or a bad taste in your mouth. Brushing before breakfast allows you to wash out these germs while giving your smile a protective coating of fluoride. As an added benefit, brushing to start your day gives your saliva production a boost that helps keep your mouth clean!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Dangers of Brushing After Breakfast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While brushing your teeth at any time in the morning is better than none at all, you should be aware of some of the risks that can affect your smile. Brushing right after breakfast can cover your teeth with the remnants of the food you just ate, weakening your enamel. Many common breakfast items are some of the worst foods when it comes to damaging your smile, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n