Advice on vomitting and brushing your teeth

Amanda

I was talking to a friend of mine about how I have been vomiting first thing in the morning when there is nothing in my stomach and been having bile come up.

She then told me about how I should wait to brush my teeth for about 30 minutes and just swish with water in the mean time.

I was like "whaaaaaat??"

But ya! Apparently brushing your teeth right away after throwing up bile can push the acid into your teeth and wear away at your enamel.

Just wanted to share what I have learned with you ladies! Hope this helps you out like it has helped me!

(Don't worry- my first US is a week from today and I will be asking for medication to help prevent the vomitting....bile coming up is no bueno)

Here is the link my friend provided if you'd like to take a look:

https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/c/cold-and-flu-season