Dental Care for Travelers: Protecting Your Smile on the Go
Traveling, whether for a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or an overseas adventure, should be exciting and stress-free. The last thing you want is a toothache or dental emergency hundreds of miles from home.
Before you go
- Schedule a checkup 4 to 6 weeks before any long trip so any issues can be treated.
- Pack a travel dental kit: toothbrush, fluoride toothpaste, floss, sugar-free gum, and a small mouthwash.
- Bring a copy of your dental records if traveling internationally.
- Know where the closest emergency dentist is at your destination.
While you are traveling
- Drink bottled water in regions where tap water is questionable.
- Avoid biting hard candies, ice, or popcorn kernels.
- If a crown comes loose, save it and call us as soon as you return.
- For a knocked-out tooth, place it in milk and get to a dentist within 30 minutes.
Safe travels, and call Mohip Dental if you need urgent care when you return.
Original article: mohipdental.com