{"id":416,"date":"2023-12-05T16:24:36","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T16:24:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/?p=416"},"modified":"2023-12-14T16:25:17","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T16:25:17","slug":"how-to-care-for-your-teeth-during-holiday-travels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/how-to-care-for-your-teeth-during-holiday-travels\/","title":{"rendered":"How Should You Care for Teeth During Holiday Travels?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_276178436__1702569258_65160.jpg\" alt=\"A woman smiling in a snowy setting \" class=\"wp-image-417\" style=\"width:295px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_276178436__1702569258_65160.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_276178436__1702569258_65160-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_276178436__1702569258_65160-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the holiday season ramps up, you\u2019ll likely do some traveling. Perhaps you\u2019ll drive to visit family or take a plane to a vacation spot. Despite this hustle, though, you shouldn\u2019t forget about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral care<\/a>. Your year-end smile will suffer otherwise. Luckily, you can learn how to care for your teeth during holiday travels. Your Tukwila dentist will even share some guidance. So, here are four ways to keep a healthy grin amidst your holiday journeys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See a Dentist Before Your Trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When traveling, the last thing you want is a dental emergency. An urgent oral issue on a plane or car ride is very unpleasant. Given this fact, visit your local dentist before your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You see, a pre-trip checkup lowers your risk of later tooth troubles. It fixes your minor dental problems before they worsen. As such, a quick dentist visit can make travel less painful. Plus, the checkup will strengthen your grin against future holiday eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pack a Dental Travel Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you\u2019re away from home, oral hygiene doesn\u2019t take breaks. It\u2019s vital that you clean your teeth daily. Therefore, make sure to pack a dental travel kit for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In particular, your kit should include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A soft-bristled toothbrush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel-sized toothpaste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental floss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mouthwash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using these items daily, your teeth will stay clean and (relatively) plaque-free. You\u2019ll then be less likely to develop tooth decay or gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go Easy on Sweet Treats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around the winter holidays, you may want to indulge in sweets. These treats can range from candy canes and peppermints to gingerbread cookies. Still, try to restrain yourself and only have these items occasionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, sugar-filled foods are bad for teeth. They attract harmful bacteria that erode your enamel. If you eat too many of them, you\u2019ll suffer from tooth decay and cavities. The gathered bacteria might even infect your gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chew Sugar-Free Gum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For some holiday trips, you might get stuck on a long-haul flight. This scenario may stop you from brushing your teeth for a while. In that case, chew some sugar-free gum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Naturally, gum isn\u2019t as good as a toothbrush. The latter does more to clean your smile. Even so, chewing gum will stimulate your mouth\u2019s saliva flow. Lingering bits of food and plaque will then get washed away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, you should know how to care for your teeth during holiday travels. That being the case, memorize the tips above!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/\">Advanced Dental Treatment Center<\/a> is based in Greenfield, WI. Led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/meet-dr-carini.html\">Drs. Carini<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/meet-dr-farr.html\">Farr<\/a>, our practice strives to give each patient a dreamy smile. We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative options, as well as emergency dental care. Our team also provides sedation services and TMJ therapy as needed. For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceddentaltreatment.com\/contact-us.html\">our website<\/a> or by phone at <strong>(414)-209-7465<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season ramps up, you\u2019ll likely do some traveling. Perhaps you\u2019ll drive to visit family or take a plane to a vacation spot. Despite this hustle, though, you shouldn\u2019t forget about oral care. Your year-end smile will suffer otherwise. Luckily, you can learn how to care for your teeth during holiday travels. 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