Oral health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors during Ramadan: a cross-sectional study among adults in Qatar.

Researchers surveyed 199 adults in Qatar about oral health knowledge, attitudes and behaviours during Ramadan, finding high awareness of hygiene practices but persistent misconceptions—including that toothpaste invalidates fasting—and elevated sugar consumption among younger, less-educated participants.

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