Khat is a slow-growing shrub or tree that typically attains a height of 1–5 meters (3 feet 3 inches – 16 feet 5 inches). However, it can reach heights of up to 10 m (33 ft) in equatorial areas.

This report addresses the effect of staining on natural teeth by Khat (Catha edulis Forsk) a well known plant found in East Africa, North and South Yemen. The khat leaves and stem tips are chewed at social gathering or while alone.

Studies showed that khat is associated with several oral and dental conditions, including keratotic white lesions, mucosal pigmentation, periodontal disease, tooth loss, plasma cell stomatitis, and xerostomia. There are limited data on the incidence of dental caries among khat chewers.

2021年9月10日 · In general, khat can have detrimental oral health effects, such as periodontal disease, mucosal lesions and caries. 25 In addition, users may demonstrate poor oral hygiene compared to nonusers, including a lack of regular toothbrushing and increased plaque accumulation. 26 Khat chewing may also lead to increased probing depths, gingival ...

2023年7月25日 · The user does not brush the teeth after chewing. This is because the juice from Khat has the potential of corroding the teeth hence causing damage. The act of brushing the teeth removes the Khat’s stains. A disinfectant toothpaste and a strong toothbrush should be used to brush. The two are key so as to ensure the teeth are cleaned ...

Khat causes an immediate increase in blood pressure and heart rate. Khat can also cause a brown staining of the teeth, insomnia, and gastric disorders. Chronic abuse of khat can cause physical exhaustion.

Khat causes an immediate increase in blood pressure and heart rate. Khat can also cause a brown staining of the teeth, insomnia, and gastric disorders. Chronic abuse of khat can cause physical exhaustion. Which drugs cause similar effects? Khat’s effects are similar to other stimulants, such as cocaine, amphetamine, and methamphetamine.

This preliminary case-controlled study aimed to assess and compare the effect of khat chewing on bacterial biodiversity between non-khat chewers (NKC) and khat chewers (KC) in oral biofilms on oral rehabilitation materials using polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

The oral symptoms reported more frequently by the long-term regular khat chewers included pain in the jaw joint while chewing (16.8%), tooth ache (16.6%), dryness of the mouth (14.4%), mouth ulcers (13.6%), and a burning sensation in the tongue or other parts of the mouth (13.0%).

2024年3月7日 · Khat has been reported to have detrimental effects on dental and oral tissues, including keratotic white lesions, mucosal pigmentations, plasma cell stomatitis, teeth attrition and discoloration, gingival recession, and xerostomia.