Summer Travel and Teeth

COLLIN N. ITO D.M.D.
COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
Email: info@sonoranhillsdental.com
www.sonoranhillsdental.com Chandler DentistryDr. Collin N. Ito
Summer Travel and Teeth
Schools out! For many of us, summer vacation
brings a change of routine. Kids might be sleeping
in longer, staying up later, and many of us try to
escape the summer heat with quick trips to less
scorching climates and maybe even a longer
vacation. Meal times tend to become less routine,
snacking becomes more prevalent, and what if you
have a tooth emergency while on the road? Here's
some tips for summer tooth care.
Summer Vacation

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
1) Rinse your mouth with water after eating. You
may not have easy access to your toothbrush if
you're on the road traveling early in the morning or
late at night. Studies have shown that brushing
immediately after eating can harm your tooth
enamel. Its better to wait at least 30 minutes after
eating for saliva chemistry to normalize. A good tip
is to at least rinse your mouth out, especially after
eating sugary foods or foods that tend to stain such
as blueberries. Don't forget to brush, though, at
least twice daily.
Rinse your Mouth

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
2) Try to limit constant snacking, especially
on sugary drinks and snacks. Its not good
for your waistline, health, or your
teeth. Keep a bottle with you that you can
keep filled with water, and snacks handy
such as nuts, that are less sugary, won't
spoil, but are still satisfying.
Try to limit constant snacking

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
3) Keep sugar free mint gum handy. This is a
staple in our family travel bag. The mint helps
soothe queasy tummies produced by motion
sickness, and chewing gum can also activate
salivary glands to help rinse away food
particles. Its also a better
option when the munchies hit on those long car
drives, than candy or junk food. Its not a
substitute for brushing, so make sure not to forget
your toothbrush!
Keep sugar free

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
3) Make sure to keep up your good brushing. If
you use an ultrasonic toothbrush, the charge can
usually hold for a few days without needing to
bring along your charger. If you opt to pack a
traditional toothbrush, remember that you will
have to pay more attention to your brushing
technique and it may take a little more time than
what you are used to with your ultrasonic. Toss
some floss into your travel bag, as well.
Your Good Brushing

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
4) Care for temporary crowns. In most cases, Dr.
Ito will try to work around your travel schedule so
that you don't have to travel with a temporary
crown. While they perform very well, they are only
meant to be in place temporarily. Should a
temporary become dislodged while you are out of
town, you can purchase temporary cement at most
drug stores. Follow the directions on the package,
and you should be able to replace it yourself. Avoid
chewing or biting hard, crunchy foods, especially in
the area of your crown. Check in with us as soon as
you get back if you have any concerns, and be sure
to come in as scheduled to have your permanent
crown cemented in place.
Care for temporary crowns

COSMETIC &
FAMILY DENTIST
Phone: 480.785.9191
5) Call if you have any dental emergencies while
traveling. We'll be able to give you advise for how
to handle your dental emergency until you can get
back in town.
Happy Summer!
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