• Tikiporch@lemmy.world
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    6 hours ago

    Because the bacteria in your mouth thrive in dry conditions, and a majority of sleepers are mouth breathers. The bacteria in your mouth are what destroy your teeth and give you bad breath.

    Edit: I just saw you said Yes to after breakfast. I don’t know if it matters when, just don’t make night time be the only time you brush.

    • usernamefactory@lemmy.ca
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      47 minutes ago

      Yeah, I think I was underestimating how many people are habitually skipping breakfast. That seems like a bigger issue to address than whether you shower before or after the least active part of your day, if I’m being honest.