Dr. Asaad Hashem, Consultant Oral and Dental Surgeon at Al-Emadi Hospital, confirmed that there are a number of tips that must be adhered to during the holy month of Ramadan to maintain oral and dental health. And bad breath. He added: "Care must be taken to brush and paste the teeth, especially after Suhoor, and it is possible to brush the teeth during the day, taking care not to swallow the water or the paste, in addition to using dental floss after brushing because it reaches areas that the brush may not reach. He added that brushing the teeth is not enough to maintain oral health in Ramadan, stressing the need to follow a number of other tips to obtain more protection, including cleaning the tongue with a scraper on a daily basis and using medical floss after eating the breakfast and suhoor meals, to get rid of leftovers stuck between the teeth and rinsing the mouth. with mouthwash
He stressed the importance of focusing on drinking an abundant amount of water in the period between Iftar and Suhoor, to maintain mouth hydration and to stay away from Ramadan sweets, because their high sugars may harm the health of teeth and gums, and one should also avoid eating salty foods during Suhoor such as pickles, to avoid dry mouth during Suhoor. Fasting, and eating foods rich in potassium such as bananas to maintain the balance of fluids and salts in the body, and thus prevent dry mouth, as well as the importance of periodic follow-up with the dentist during the holy month, especially when developing caries and gingivitis.
And he continued: In addition to the tips mentioned above, there are other things that can be done to maintain oral health during fasting in Ramadan, and it can help avoid bad breath during fasting and promote oral health, such as using alcohol-free mouthwash to kill bacteria that It causes bad breath, and he also pointed out the importance of stopping smoking, as it not only causes bad breath, but it can also lead to gum disease and other problems related to oral health.
As advised by Dr. Hashem stressed the importance of following a balanced diet that contains plenty of fruits and vegetables, which contributes to maintaining oral health, as fruits and vegetables contain large amounts of water, which helps keep the mouth moist during daylight hours and prevents dry mouth.
On the causes of bad breath during fasting, Dr. Hashim said that the most important reason is not brushing and flossing the teeth regularly, which leads to the accumulation of bacteria in the mouth, which causes bad breath, explaining that smoking is also a major cause of bad breath. Tobacco products leave a lingering odor in the mouth and contribute to bad breath.
And he warned against eating some foods such as onions, garlic and spices, which can cause bad breath when eaten, explaining that dry mouth resulting from a lack of saliva secretion contributes to bad breath and this can also happen due to some medications or medical conditions.
He continued: There are some diseases that may be a cause of bad breath during the month of Ramadan, such as GERD, diabetes, kidney disease, liver problems, and respiratory infections. Oral health.
He stressed the need for everyone to focus on prioritizing their oral hygiene routine during this holy month, and to consult a dentist if bad breath remains or if they have questions about oral health during fasting.
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