Mint Dental Care in Dubai answers your Ramadan Dental Care FAQs
Ramadan is a holy month observed by millions of Muslims worldwide. It is a
time of spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting from dawn to dusk.
As we observe this month, our daily routines change, and we have many
questions about how to maintain good health during this time.
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about dental care
during Ramadan, answered by the experts at Mint Dental Care, one of the
best dental clinics in Dubai.
1. Can you brush your teeth or floss while fasting?
Yes, you can brush and floss your teeth while fasting. It is recommended to
brush after Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) and before going to bed.
Brushing twice daily is sufficient for oral disease prevention. However, some scholars
of Islam consider the use of toothpaste to be highly undesirable because
swallowing it will nullify the fast.
2. Can you use mouthwash while fasting?
Mouthwash is commonly prescribed by dentists as an adjunct to oral
hygiene.
If you are reluctant to use mouthwash for fear of unintentionally
swallowing some, you can use it outside fasting hours as advised by your
dentist.
3. Does going to dentist break your fast?
No, dental treatments and preventative procedures, including restorations,
scaling, and extractions, do not invalidate the fast.
However, if you feel it will be difficult to avoid swallowing water during a procedure and the
procedure is urgent, the fast can be broken and made up after Ramadan
based on medical grounds.
4. Are there dental procedures that should be postponed by fasting
patients if the treatment dates fall during Ramadan?
Patients who require immediate or advanced treatment, like those who
suffer from deteriorating chronic illness or those who face dental
emergencies, could break the fast.
If it is possible, the dentist can delay or
reschedule treatments for their patients.
5. What’s your advice to patients who are taking medications and
who want to fast?
Oral medications are not permissible and invalidate the fast. If you fall ill
and avoiding medication could result in harm and is life-threatening, it’s
acceptable to break the fast.
When a dental problem occurs during the holy month of Ramadan, and medications are needed, you can discuss it with
your dentist. He or she may be able to adjust your medications and/or the
dosage as per the hours of fasting.
Know more on how to take care of your dental health by visiting Mint
Dental Care at 1906, 19th Floor, Tameem House, Barsha Heights, Tecom,
Dubai.
You can book an appointment by calling the following numbers
+971(4)-513-5722 or sending a WhatsApp message on +971559039306
or +971502951851
