Essential Tips for Maintaining Oral Hygiene during Ramadan
During fasting, maintaining oral hygiene is crucial to prevent dryness and bad breath while ensuring overall oral health. Here are some key tips to help you adjust your daily routines and maintain oral hygiene during Ramadan.
Adjusting Daily Routines During Ramadan
- Hydration: Drinking plenty of water during Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (post-sunset meal) helps prevent dry mouth, which can contribute to bad breath.
- Balanced Diet: Avoiding sugary and acidic foods at Suhoor and Iftar can help reduce the risk of dental erosion and caries.
- Chewing Sugar-Free Gum (After Iftar): This can help stimulate saliva production, which is beneficial for neutralising acids and keeping the mouth moist.
Oral Hygiene Maintenance During Fasting
- Brushing & Flossing: It’s crucial to brush twice daily (after Suhoor and Iftar) using fluoride toothpaste. Flossing once a day ensures plaque removal between teeth.
- Tongue Cleaning: Using a tongue scraper or brushing the tongue can help minimise bad breath.
- Mouthwash Use: Alcohol-free mouthwash can be used outside fasting hours to maintain freshness and reduce bacteria.
- Miswak (Natural Toothbrush): If preferred, Miswak can be used during fasting hours as it has antibacterial properties and helps maintain oral hygiene.
