How Long Should I Wait After Brushing My Teeth Before Taking My Sublingual Canna Oil?

This is one of the most common questions we’re asked — and it’s a great one.

Because Canna Oils Ultra and Sleep In A Bottle are taken sublingually (under the tongue), the condition of your mouth (or more specifically under your tongue) can influence how comfortably you can take your serving and how effectively the oil will be absorbed. Here’s the bottom line:

For best comfort and consistency:
Wait 10–15 minutes after brushing teeth
Wait 5–10 minutes after food or drinks
Hold under the tongue for 60 seconds or longer 
Rinse with water prior to taking your drops
Sit or stand upright

I’ve put together some general guidelines that you may find helpful.  

Why Timing Matters

When you take your oil under the tongue, it’s absorbed through the mucous membranes in the mouth before being swallowed.

Things that can temporarily affect this area include:
Brushing your teeth
Using mouthwash
Eating or drinking (especially hot drinks)
Very dry mouth
Smoking

After brushing your teeth, the tissues under your tongue may be slightly stimulated or sensitive. Some toothpastes and mouthwashes also leave behind flavouring agents that can linger and interact with the oil.

For best results, we recommend giving your mouth a short window to settle.

✅ After Brushing: Wait 10–15 Minutes

This allows:
Toothpaste residue to clear
The oral tissues return to normal
Saliva flow to stabilise
If you’ve used a strong mint mouthwash, waiting closer to 15–20 minutes can be helpful.

✅ After Eating or Drinking: Wait 5–10 Minutes

Food and beverages—particularly coffee, tea, or acidic drinks—can temporarily alter the mouth environment.

Waiting 5–10 minutes gives your mouth time to return to baseline before taking your drops.

💧 What About Before Brushing?

If you prefer to take your oil first thing in the morning, you can:
Take your oil
Hold under the tongue for 60 seconds or more
Swallow
Wait about 5 minutes
Then brush your teeth

Practical Tips for Best Sublingual Use

✔ Place the oil under the tongue, not on top

✔ Hold for 60 seconds or more before swallowing

✔ Avoid eating or drinking immediately afterwards (wait 5–10 minutes)

✔ Sit or stand upright

Please don’t be too stressed about the how, when, and why…….consistency is more important than perfection. Your body responds best when your routine is steady.  Although small adjustments like this can make your daily ritual smoother and more enjoyable.

If you have any other questions about how to get the most from your Canna Oils, we’re always here to help.

Sources:
https://www.wikihow.com/Administer-Sublingual-Medication