Question
Can we brush teeth while fasting it's allowed in islam
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No, brushing with toothpaste while fasting is considered makrooh (disliked).
Therefore, brushing during the day is not regarded as appropriate; it is better to brush before Suhoor or after Iftar.
However, if toothpaste or water goes down the throat, the fast will break.
Answered by
Mufti Tosif Qasmi
June 20, 2026
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