But, according to dentists, doing so isnt such a good idea because it can damage your teeth.

This only applies to brushing your teethimmediatelyafter finishing your coffee.

you’ve got the option to still brush your teeth.

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Dr. Huang advises waiting at least 30 minutes to an hour.

After the 30-minute mark, your enamel has re-hardened and wont be removed by brushing, she says.

Using a mouthwash that doesnt contain alcohol will also do the trick.

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Dr. Huang says coffee can stain the plaque on your teeth, making them appear darker.

Brushing before drinking coffee helps get rid of the plaque and bacteria thats gathered overnight.

Next, Dr. Huang recommends using a tongue scraper to remove bacteria from the tongue.

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And lastly, finish with an alcohol-free mouth rinse.

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Adding a mouthwash to your oral-care routine is also a great idea.

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A mouthwash can help further remove bacteria, plaque, and debris, plus keep your breath fresh.

She also suggests professional teeth whitenings every year and using whitening strips treatments for maintenance.

It will help fight plaque and gingivitis.

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To practice oil pulling, swish organic coconut oil in your mouth for 20 minutes a day.

Fair warning: It can take some time to get used to this.

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