b : a feeling of nervousness, excitement, or fear that is created in a movie, book, etc. 1  The dramatic tension was very satisfying. 2  The author resolves the tension too soon.
You should know, however, that brushing your teeth after eating can sometimes affect your tooth enamel. According to the Mayo Clinic, if you've consumed anything acidic, you should avoid brushing your teeth for at least 30 minutes. Foods containing citric acid, like oranges, grapefruits and lemons, weaken tooth enamel. Brushing too soon after eating them can damage the enamel in its weakened state.
How to Clean Your Teeth. First of all, you want to brush after every meal. What a pain, I know, but your teeth will thank you in the long run. Tip: Wait at least 30 minutes after eating because brushing your teeth too soon after consuming acidic foods can cause you to brush the acid right into your enamel.