Wait a Minute—Are You *Not* Supposed to Rinse Your Mo

Wait a Minute—Are You *Not* Supposed to Rinse Your Mouth Out With Water After Brushing?
Tehrene Firman
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It may have been said in passing to you... a mind-blowing fact about brushing your teeth: You're not supposed to rinse after brushing. The old-school knowledge was that doing so rinses away the fluoride, which helps fights cavities and prevents tooth decay. But that "fun fact" about hygiene and health is a bit out of date.
According to Michaela Tozzi, DMD, a dentist in Las Vegas who specializes in oral hygiene and cosmetic dentistry, doing a quick rinse after brushing your teeth is absolutely okay—and it can actually be really beneficial. "It’s a good idea to do so, as there’s bacteria in the toothpaste after brushing," she says. "Rinse long enough so there’s no residue remaining in your mouth. Water is fine, but if you prefer mouthwash, use a non-alcohol based rinse."

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