It’s finally summer, and you know what that means – it’s time for a vacation! Taking a break from work and your everyday routine is important, and naturally, you want your time away to be as stress-free as possible. No doubt you’re already planning a million things in order to make your vacation as relaxing as possible, but have you thought about your smile?
A dental emergency is the last thing you’re going to want to think about when you’re lounging on the beach and soaking up the summer sun. To promote a more positive experience, read these tips for preventing untimely dental disasters.
Get a Checkup Before You Relax
Trying to schedule a dental checkup and cleaning for you and the family might seem tedious, but rest assured, it will go a long way towards ensuring you have a good summer vacation. Your dentist will check on your family’s oral health to make sure everyone is good to go before you unplug and unwind. A quick checkup also gives you the chance to treat potential oral problems early, before they become emergencies.
Encourage Regular Oral Hygiene
Maybe your version of “taking it easy” looks more like a do-nothing day, or maybe it looks more like racing through an itinerary packed full of fun activities. Either way, it’s easy to forget about brushing and flossing your teeth while you’re on summer vacation. But since the vast majority of dental emergencies involve poor oral hygiene, it’s a good idea to set reminders and make sure you clean your smile every day.
Be Safe Around the Pool
For good reason, pools are a popular part of summer vacation plans. However, they can be disastrous for your teeth if you’re not careful! Slippery concrete surfaces and excited kids are a recipe for disaster (though let’s face it – adults can get carried away, too). Take care to emphasize pool safety – remind your friends and family to walk, not run, and encourage them to wear a mouthguard, just in case.
Not all dental emergencies are preventable, but you can reduce the risk of encountering an unpleasant oral situation during your summer vacation. Keep these tips in mind as you’re making your plans, and don’t hesitate to ask your dentist for more advice!
About the Practice
Dr. Ronak Patel and Dr. Joseph Gaspari combine their unique skills to offer quality dental services here at Penn Dental Arts. Dr. Patel’s experience with general dentistry enables us to provide a comprehensive list of services, and Dr. Gaspari’s expertise with gum disease is invaluable to helping our patients maintain their oral health. If you’d like to prevent an untimely dental emergency during your summer vacation, call their office at 484-821-2974 or request an appointment online.