Summer vacation is a great opportunity to relax and get away from the stresses of daily life. You can forget about all of the things that are bothering you back home and enjoy yourself.
However, if you don’t want to come home with a bunch of new oral health problems, you need to take decent care of your oral health during summer vacation. If you want to know how best to protect your teeth this summer, here are a few things you can keep in mind.
Get a Dental Hygiene Kit
When you’re traveling, it can be really hard to find time to brush your teeth after meals. This is even more so the case if your toothbrush and dental floss are packed away in your suitcase.
That’s why it’s a good idea to get a travel dental kit that you can keep on hand wherever you go while you’re traveling. You can get one of these at your local pharmacy, but if you’d prefer you can also build your own with your favorite dental products.
Watch What You Eat
One of the best things about going anywhere new is the food, and in the summertime there’s nothing better than sitting by the pool with a tropical drink in your hand. While no one could blame you for indulging a little bit while you’re on vacation, it’s still a good idea not to get carried away.
Whenever you get a little too much sugar, you should be sure to brush your teeth thoroughly afterward. That way you can sneak some dessert after dinner without suffering too many consequences.
See Your Dentist Beforehand
If there’s anything you don’t want on a vacation, it’s to have to run to the dentist to deal with a dental emergency. That’s why it’s a good idea to see a dentist before you go. They’ll be able to check on the state of your oral health and ensure that there aren’t any lurking infections or areas of decay that could become serious.
The good news is that you don’t have to stop having fun to take care of your teeth. Keep these tips in mind and you should get through your vacation with your oral health intact.
About the Author
Dr. Louis Olberding prides himself on being able to handle just about any problem someone could have, including those most dentists would consider too complex to manage. This is not only due to his excellent clinical expertise, but also his unique approach of understanding his patients on a personal level. Dr. Olberding received his degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry, and is a member of Spear Visiting Faculty.
If you have any questions about protecting your oral health over summer vacation, he can be reached at his website or by phone at (402) 488-2325.