Summer Is Here!


Summer is here and now is the perfect time to take that vacation out of the heat. Before you hit the beaches, and cooler weather, here are four tips on how to plan for dental needs while traveling to keep your child’s smile healthy.

1.     Pack a new toothbrush with a brush protector. Toothbrushes are susceptible to gathering all of the bacteria that floats in the air when they are just sitting in the bathroom. Once you are traveling the bristles need to be protected from picking up the bacteria not only from the air, but also from other items coming in contact with the bristles.
2.     Don’t forget the floss. It is easy to forget items when packing for a trip. But you don’t want to forget this critical dental item. It can be difficult to establish and keep healthy habits while on the road, but when you plan ahead you can continue the healthy habits you’ve already started at home.
3.     Take water with you. Keeping hydrated is critical for the health of your child’s teeth. “When their mouth becomes dry it creates a happy breeding ground for bacteria,” says pediatric dentist, Dr.Cameron Fuller.
4.     Pack fruits and vegetables that are cut up and easy to take with you. Fruits and vegetables that have a high concentration of water help rinse food off of the teeth.
For more information on healthy habits while traveling, talk to Dr. Fuller & his team.

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