Is it permissible to brush teeth and use toothpaste whilst fasting?
Published as Frequently asked Questions pertaining to Fasting (Part 1) (11/21)
Question
Is it permissible to brush teeth and use toothpaste whilst fasting?
Answer
It is disliked to use toothpaste whilst fasting.
Questions about this ruling, answered only from the archive with sources.
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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Source: Jamiatul Ulama KZN — https://jamiat.org.za/frequently-asked-questions-pertaining-to-fasting-part-1/
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