A Nigerian content creator advises against rinsing the mouth immediately after brushing teeth.
Dentists recommend spitting out toothpaste instead of washing it away with water.
Toothpaste contains fluoride, which strengthens and protects teeth.
A Nigerian content creator has sparked conversations online after advising people to stop rinsing their mouths immediately after brushing their teeth. According to her, dentists recommend spitting out the toothpaste rather than washing it away with water.
She explained that toothpaste contains fluoride, a key ingredient that strengthens and protects teeth. Rinsing right after brushing removes this protective agent before it has time to take effect.
The creator further noted that brushing twice daily and avoiding instant rinsing can also help combat bad breath and halitosis.
Dental professionals have long backed this claim, explaining that fluoride forms a shield around the teeth, which prevents cavities and supports stronger enamel. Washing it off too soon reduces these benefits.
Instead, experts advise spitting out the foam and allowing the residue to stay on the teeth for about 30 minutes. This practice helps fluoride work more effectively and lowers the risk of tooth decay.
Although the suggestion may seem unusual to people who are used to rinsing right after brushing, health specialists emphasize that such small adjustments can greatly improve oral hygiene over time.
Her statement quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions on X (formerly Twitter). While some critics dismissed it as “unnecessary content,” others supported the advice, noting that it aligns with professional dental guidance.
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Read some comments below:
@Josh-Defi: “Can Nigeria gov’t start to dey pack all this mad people creating content recently cuz wt you do mean person shouldn’t rinse his or her mouth after brushing? God abeg”
@Sybaddest: “Who Dey open social media for all these people self no b same person wey talk say make we no Dey use sponge again b dis”
@Felix NDUDI: “Yeah she’s right.. Toothpaste contains fluoride, which strengthens and protects your teeth. Brush and then spit, don’t rinse with water immediately until after 30 mins.”
@Zelsa.sats: “Not like you will not rinse at all but you can take ur bath after brushing and rinse after the bath…. It helps with fresh breath try it and you will see the result. This lady’s content are always educating”
