Plan Out Your Dental Care Before Traveling
School is finally over and summer break is here! The summer season is a great opportunity to vacation somewhere fun. Sometimes we can get distracted by the excitement of going on a big trip that we forget to maintain a good hygiene routine while traveling.
What to pack in your bag for the trip?
In your travel bag make sure to pack all the basic essential dental care you need during the trip. In your bag, you will need a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mouth wash. If you are worried about the size and don’t want all the dental stuff to take up too much space in your bag. You can always buy a dental traveling kit in stores, which comes with most of the basic needs. Another factor to think about is your specific dental care needs. For example, if you have braces or invisalign make sure to include the cleaning kit in your bag. Other things you can bring in your trip are water bottles. Just in case you can’t find a clean water source in that area.
Maintain a good diet while on vacation
When going somewhere new, we want to taste all the new food we have never eaten before, including the sugary deserts. However, your teeth cleaning opportunities may be more limited than normal if you are out on vacation. It is recommended that you avoid eating too many sugary foods, and that you prioritize the kind of foods that are healthier for your teeth. Be sure to also stay hydrated.
Be preparing for the worst case scenario
Most of the time we only focus on the fun part of the trip. However, it is important to have emergency contact with your dentist. Also, make sure to research dentistry in the area you are vacationing in. Just in case of an emergency you need your teeth checked in person.
Make appointment to meet with your dentist
Before you leave for your trip, talk with your dentist. Make sure to resolve any oral health problems and update information about your teeth. If are in the need of recommendations or tips for how to care for your dental far from home. Call Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental today at (210) 877-2273 to set up an appointment.
