How to take care of teeth and mouth hygiene in Ramadan?

Experts recommend brushing your teeth at least two or three times after Iftar and before going to bed.

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During the month of Ramadan, it is very important to take care of the health of the mouth and teeth because the fasting person does not drink water for a long time. 

Dr. Ahmed Al-Hajar, a specialist in periodontal surgery and dentistry, said that bad breath is a common problem during Ramadan. 

This is due to the accumulation of bacteria in the mouth, a decrease in the production of saliva. 

To eliminate this problem, Dr. Ahmed Al-Hajar recommends brushing teeth at least two or three times after Iftar and before going to bed. 

Also called gargling. It should be noted that the production of saliva decreases during sleep. 

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Similarly, natural foods that help eliminate odors, such as boiling coriander leaves and gargling with them after sehri and iftar, green tea has antiseptic properties for mouth, treats bad breath and mouth. 

It also protects against ulcers.

Gentle Dental Brush 

Dr. Al-Hajar advises fasting people to brush their teeth half an hour after breaking their fast and also to clean their teeth after sehri. 

According to him, along with the teeth, clean the tongue with the help of a soft brush as the tongue is a stronghold of germs and bacteria. 

It is important to note that the use of hard toothbrushes should be avoided to protect the gums from damage. 

This can lead to bleeding gums, bacteria and bad breath. Brush your teeth with a soft brush for two minutes.

 

Tea and coffee consumption should be reduced during Ramadan
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Make sure the brush reaches all sides of the teeth, up and down slowly. 

As far as toothpaste is concerned, it should be rich in fluoride. Electric brushes and plain brushes have the same effect. 

The first preferred feature is that they move in a certain manner while plain brushes themselves have to be rubbed on the teeth and gum if not used properly. 

People who suffer from bleeding gums when brushing can use chlorhexidine anti-inflammatory. 

Care should be taken to ensure that no food particles accumulate between the gums or teeth. 

Gargle with chlorhexidine lotion, water and salt to clean teeth.

Foods harmful to teeth 

In Ramadan, all kinds of food are usually served on the table, including desserts. 

From this point of view, brushing your teeth after eating should be done quickly. 

Soft drinks also contain a substance called 'soda carbonate' which is harmful to the teeth as it increases the production of germs in the mouth which can attack the teeth. 

Dry fruits are a source of protein but have a negative effect on the teeth as some of them are very thin and get stuck between the teeth and hard. 

French fries contain starch which turns into sugar. 

Carbohydrates can get stuck between the teeth causing bacteria to grow and cause tooth decay. 

Although sweets may look delicious, their high sugar content can damage teeth and cause worms.

During Ramadan, there is a lot of work in the shops selling cigarettes
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Six useful dental health tips

1: Experts recommend doubling the amount of fluids provided they are free of sugars and fats, such as water, fresh juices and soups, etc. Causes to do.

2: Less use of spices and salt is recommended. 

Spices and salt reduce saliva excretion.

Add steamed vegetables in Iftar which helps to return minerals to teeth naturally and avoid sweet foods. Go 

3: Smoking increases dryness in the mouth. Dehydration in the mouth and the spread of bacteria can lead to a decrease in blood flow to the gums and inflammation. 

4: Calcium rich foods should be taken to strengthen the teeth. 

Miswak helps to eliminate germs and increase saliva
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5: Fluoride-rich date grains are preferred in Iftar which prevents bad breath and prevents tooth decay. 

6: It is important to eat vegetables especially cucumber to reduce bad breath. 

According to grains, toothpaste contains substances that maintain healthy gums and reduce bacteria. 

It is especially recommended to use after Iftar. In addition it helps in eliminating germs and increasing saliva.

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