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Ewa
Sep 1, 2006, 03:17 AM
Why do the Americans wash their teeth before breakfast? Well, I've seen it in many films. I brush my teeth after each meal...

Krs
Sep 1, 2006, 03:58 AM
I think the Europeans do the same too!
Its just a habit I have to wash my teeth as soon as I wake up it's the first thing I do, and before I go to bed!

NeedKarma
Sep 1, 2006, 04:00 AM
I'm not sure it's just an american thing. It may have to do with facing your loved one with the dreaded morning breath.

fed up
Sep 1, 2006, 07:19 PM
I brush my teeth as soon as I get up in the morning. I go for a morning walk long before I have my breakfast. I wouldn't dream of talking to someone before I got rid of morning breath.

Thomas1970
Sep 1, 2006, 08:01 PM
Because few things taste worse combined than toothpaste and orange juice. :p :)

s_cianci
Sep 1, 2006, 08:04 PM
Because for most it's a convenient time to do it, while they're shaving, combing their hair, etc. However, as your post suggests, it is in fact far more logical to brush after a meal rather than before.

Fr_Chuck
Sep 1, 2006, 08:37 PM
For me, my mouth feels like it needs to be freshened up before I join the living world. ( makes my breath better)

Ewa
Sep 2, 2006, 12:28 AM
Thank you very much for your answers! :)