The Economic Times

Rinsing your mouth immediately after brushing may feel natural, but you may be washing away something your teeth need

A small change to your daily brushing routine may make a difference to how well your teeth are protected. While rinsing with water immediately after brushing feels like the natural thing to do, dental experts say it can reduce the amount of an important ingredient left on your teeth. Heres why the familiar brush, spit and rinse routine may be worth reconsidering, and what you can do instead.