Ramadan is a special time when our dietary habits and daily routines change completely. However, these changes can affect our oral and dental health. At our clinic in Kayseri, the most common question we encounter during this period is: "How can I protect my oral health while fasting?"

As Pysdent, we have summarized some points you can pay attention to in order to have a more comfortable process and avoid welcoming the Eid with a toothache.

• Plan Your Check-ups Before Ramadan: A minor ache or a small cavity can turn into severe pain during this period due to long hours of fasting. A general examination at Pysdent Kayseri before Ramadan starts allows you to notice potential risks early.

• Fight Against Dry Mouth and Bad Breath: The main cause of bad breath while fasting is the decrease in saliva flow. To balance this, make sure to consume plenty of water between iftar and sahur.

• Detailed Cleaning After Sahur: While brushing after iftar is a common habit, your comfort throughout the day is actually determined by the cleaning you do after sahur. As Pysdent dentists frequently emphasize, cleaning the surface of the tongue and using dental floss are your greatest allies.

• Nutritional Tips: Consuming fresh vegetables and fruits at sahur creates a natural cleaning effect on tooth surfaces. Also, ending your meal with a piece of cheese helps maintain the acid balance in the mouth.

As the Pysdent Kayseri family, we wish you a peaceful and healthy Ramadan!