A tropical beach. An overseas city. A fun road trip. These are a few of the exciting vacations waiting for you this summer! As you prepare to get ready to go to your much-awaited destination, you can add a dental checkup to your list. This will not only benefit your oral health, but also your smile’s beauty! Read on to learn four reasons why you should get a dental checkup before your summer vacation.
#1: You’ll Keep Your Smile Healthy & Safe
Leaving behind your ordinary daily routine for a trip is exciting! Much of the fun is getting to indulge in delicious meals and treats. While eating good food is a normal part of the traveling experience, it can wreak havoc on your oral health. You are likely to expose your teeth and gums to more sugar and carbohydrates than usual. In addition, the nonstop vacation action can cause you to neglect your regular dental hygiene routine. Fortunately, a dental checkup before you leave will allow your dentist to thoroughly clean your pearly whites and treat oral health issues before they become more serious. Your smile will be good to go for your few weeks of fun!
#2: You’ll Have Enough Time to Recover
If you have been needing a more complex dental treatment or procedure, a dental visit before your summer vacation will allow you to recover effectively and comfortably. Enjoying a special trip while your mouth is healing is not ideal. Also, if you have been considering improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry, you will need enough time to accomplish your dental goals. Many treatments can take a few visits to complete so there’s no better time than during summertime.
#3: You’ll Avoid an Emergency Dental Visit
A dental emergency on a regular day can be alarming, but having one on vacation can be even more challenging. If you are out of the country, or even in an unfamiliar local area, it can be tough to find the best care and figure out the health care system. By taking time for a checkup before you go, your dentist can detect any underlying issues that you haven’t noticed yet and treat them right away.
#4: You’ll Have Gorgeous Summer Vacation Pics
One of the best things about vacations is all the photos. You can relive the wonderful times all throughout the year. However, pics are even more enjoyable when you love how your grin looks! You can count on a beautiful smile to match your wonderful vacation by visiting your dentist for a cleaning and any other treatments that can enhance your pearly whites.
About the Author
Dr. Robert Whitmore is eager to help you keep your smile whole, healthy, and beautiful all throughout the year. He earned his dental doctorate at Baylor School of Dentistry and regularly keeps his knowledge, skills, and techniques current with continuing education. With the use of personalized plans and advanced dental technology, he offers a comprehensive range of services, including preventive and emergency care. To schedule an appointment, contact him through his website or call (972) 964-8989