{"id":57,"date":"2021-06-15T12:20:32","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T12:20:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/?p=57"},"modified":"2021-07-22T12:23:48","modified_gmt":"2021-07-22T12:23:48","slug":"prevent-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/15\/prevent-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Do This to Avoid a Dental Emergency While on Summer Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"182\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/older_woman_flossing__1625710103_64343-300x182.jpg\" alt=\"woman flossing to prevent dental emergencies\" class=\"wp-image-58\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/older_woman_flossing__1625710103_64343-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/older_woman_flossing__1625710103_64343-768x467.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/older_woman_flossing__1625710103_64343.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With summer arriving, you\u2019re ready to travel and get some\nwell-deserved relaxation. You certainly don\u2019t want any interruptions from a\ndental emergency, as it could seriously dampen your fun. While there is no way\nto completely prevent dental emergencies from happening, you can at least\ndecrease the chances. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">preventive<\/a>\ntips to implement before heading out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1 \u2013 Be Prepared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the objective is to prevent a dental emergency\nfrom occurring, but it\u2019s wise to have some responsive measures in place. The\nmore effectively you can act when a dental emergency strikes, the sooner you\ncan recover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before heading out on vacation, it\u2019s best to pack an\nemergency dental kit. Here are some of the items you should include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cotton gauze<\/li><li>A handkerchief<\/li><li>Saline solution<\/li><li>A small container with a lid<\/li><li>Over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen\n(Advil, Aleve or Motrin)<\/li><li>The contact information (office number and email\naddress) of your dentist<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By having these items in place, you\u2019ll be less likely to\npanic if a dental emergency arises. Therefore, you can calmly stabilize the\nsituation until you can receive dental treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2 \u2013 Drink Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s certainly okay to indulge in some of your\nfavorite beverages while on vacation, don\u2019t forget about the importance of\ndrinking an adequate amount of water. Your body requires at least half your\nbody weight in ounces to maintain proper function. As it pertains to your oral\nhealth, drinking water helps in saliva production, which plays a significant\nrole in flushing debris and bacteria from your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3 \u2013 Swim Safely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the summer sun grows stronger, swimming pools become more\nalluring. Unfortunately, pool accidents escalate during the summer months and\ncan contribute to dental emergencies. Children are the most at-risk group. So\nbe sure to instruct your little ones to be careful not to quickly surface after\nswimming underwater, as it can lead to a collision. They should also avoid\nrunning on slippery decks and diving into shallow pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4 \u2013 Visit Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s the status of your oral health? The best way to find\nout is to visit your local dentist before heading out on vacation. Therefore,\nany budding issues can be \u201cnipped in the bud\u201d before they develop into a\npainful, inconvenient and costly dental emergency. Better yet, you\u2019ll have a\nclean set of teeth that you can flash for the camera when it\u2019s photo time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is a time of year where memories are made that will\nlast a lifetime. To make every moment count, follow the above tips and get\nready to enjoy yourself to the fullest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Christopher Duong earned his dental degree from the\nUniversity of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. Throughout his\ncareer, he has completed various continuing education courses, covering\nmultiple treatment areas. Always eager to be of service, Dr. Duong takes a\ncompassionate and detailed approach to practicing dentistry. He can be reached\nfor more information or to schedule a visit through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realdentalgp.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With summer arriving, you\u2019re ready to travel and get some well-deserved relaxation. You certainly don\u2019t want any interruptions from a dental emergency, as it could seriously dampen your fun. While there is no way to completely prevent dental emergencies from happening, you can at least decrease the chances. 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