{"id":72,"date":"2024-06-09T14:28:07","date_gmt":"2024-06-09T14:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/?p=72"},"modified":"2024-07-21T14:30:08","modified_gmt":"2024-07-21T14:30:08","slug":"emergency-evasion-how-to-safeguard-your-smile-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/?p=72","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Evasion: How to Safeguard Your Smile This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Man and woman packed for summer vacation smiling in their living room\" class=\"wp-image-73\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_802368935-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now that summer is here, you can finally look forward to taking some time off work for a well-earned vacation. Whether you plan to spend time relaxing at the beach or are taking a trip to a bucket-list destination, you\u2019re probably eagerly making plans and packing your bags. However, you don\u2019t want to forget about your dental health in all your preparations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone knows that oral <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergencies<\/a> can strike at any time, regardless of where you are, and you wouldn\u2019t want a toothache or injury to interrupt your itinerary. With that in mind, keep reading to learn 3 helpful tips to prevent an urgent situation during your summer break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Make An Emergency Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you can\u2019t anticipate exactly when a dental emergency will occur, you can take steps so that you\u2019re prepared if it does. Having everything you need close by can save your smile if you\u2019re in an unfamiliar place and don\u2019t know who to call. Building a kit with all the basics ensures that you\u2019ll have what you need if something happens. Some helpful items are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Travel-sized toothbrush &amp; toothpaste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Floss or flossing picks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Card with your dentist\u2019s contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean gauze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saline solution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small airtight container with a lid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over-the-counter pain medications like Tylenol or ibuprofen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mirror<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental wax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Maintain Your Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re away from home, it\u2019s easier to forget about your usual daily routines\u2014including your oral hygiene regimen. Regularly removing plaque buildup and bacteria from your teeth and gums keeps them strong and healthy, making them more resistant to potential damage and disease. That means even when you\u2019re on vacation, it\u2019s important to continue brushing and flossing twice daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a long flight with transfers, you might want to take a mini toothbrush and container of toothpaste in your carry-on baggage so that you can stay fresh while you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: &nbsp;Have a Checkup Before You Go<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to ensure that your mouth is healthy before you head out of town is to have a checkup with your dentist before you leave. This allows them to identify and treat any areas of concern before they can become a real problem. For example, if they see any cavities forming, they can clean and fill your teeth so that you don\u2019t develop a toothache later. You\u2019ll have peace of mind knowing your teeth and gums are in peak condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a few simple precautions to care for your smile can help you make the most of your summer vacation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Northbrook Dental Group, people of all ages benefit from a father-and-son dental duo that works together to offer a full array of services from one convenient location. Drs. James and Justin Woodruff have decades of combined experience and can handle everything from basic preventative services to more complex procedures. They know that emergencies can happen at any time, so they offer evening and weekend hours to accommodate your needs. They also offer same-day appointments and sedation dentistry so that if you\u2019re in pain, you won\u2019t have to wait long for relief. If something has happened and you need to be seen immediately, you can contact the office on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbkdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (847) 272-0049.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that summer is here, you can finally look forward to taking some time off work for a well-earned vacation. Whether you plan to spend time relaxing at the beach or are taking a trip to a bucket-list destination, you\u2019re probably eagerly making plans and packing your bags. 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