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A member asked:
I brush & floss at night before going to bed should i brush in a morning when i wake-up or not?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: During the nighttime your saliva is reduced. This can allow oral bacteria to grow causing the typical morning mouth. It is important to brush in the morning to keep your mouth healthy.
Answered 4/20/2013
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Of course: The bacteria collects on your teeth over night and must be removed.
Answered 4/22/2013
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Yes: Yes, but make sure you also brush and floss after breakfast. Many people do not do that, and then the food and plaque are on their teeth all day long until they brush and floss later in the day.
Answered 4/22/2013
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