{"id":62,"date":"2023-06-15T15:43:09","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T15:43:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/?p=62"},"modified":"2023-07-31T15:43:21","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T15:43:21","slug":"oral-health-tips-for-summer-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/oral-health-tips-for-summer-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Essential Oral Health Tips During Summer Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling while walking on the beach at sunset\" class=\"wp-image-63\" width=\"327\" height=\"218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Picture1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 327px) 100vw, 327px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re traveling this summer, there are a few things you need to do ahead of time to ensure you have a great time. That starts with planning your itinerary and extends to submitting your PTO request, shopping for new clothes, and finding someone to watch your pets. Your to-do list should also include something else: taking proactive measures to prevent a dental emergency while you\u2019re away. With this in mind, here are a few essential oral health tips for summer vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Visit Your Dentist Before You Leave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer marks the halfway point of 2023. So, if you haven\u2019t yet visited your dentist this year for a checkup and cleaning, make sure to schedule your appointment before you leave town! This is essential because your dental team can catch and treat serious oral health concerns (i.e., damaged restorations, tooth decay, gum disease) so they don\u2019t derail your vacation plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Brush and Floss Consistently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when you\u2019re away from home, you need to brush and floss consistently. So, double and triple-check that you have packed all of your oral hygiene essentials before you leave. That starts with a soft-bristled toothbrush and extends to fluoridated toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Be Careful When Eating Crunchy Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best parts of vacation is eating whatever you\u2019d like and indulging in the local cuisine. While you don\u2019t have to miss out for the sake of your oral health, you should exercise caution with extremely hard and crunchy foods. One wrong bite can leave you with a cracked or fractured tooth, which can be stressful to handle when you\u2019re away from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Drink Lots of Water Throughout the Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what your summer vacation plans entail, you should keep a bottle of water with you at all times. Of course, this will ensure that you stay hydrated in the summer sun; however, it will also help prevent dry mouth and rinse food particles from your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #5: Bring Some Sugar-Free Gum with You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If brushing and flossing after each meal simply isn\u2019t feasible, then chew on some sugar-free gum afterward. Although this isn\u2019t a replacement for your oral hygiene regimen, it can help stimulate saliva production and remove debris from your teeth and gums. The good news is that there is a wide range of sugar-free flavors available now, so you can opt for whichever one you like best!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/\">LIC Dental Associates<\/a> is proud to be a top-rated dentist in Queens \u2013 in means our goal of providing exceptional dental care is working! With each patient, we prioritize providing dentistry that\u2019s both personalized and convenient. That\u2019s why we designed our office to feel like a high-end spa and offer morning, lunchtime, and evening hours throughout the week. If you would like to schedule an appointment with us before your vacation (or simply because you\u2019re overdue for your six-month checkup), don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(718) 280-3286<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re traveling this summer, there are a few things you need to do ahead of time to ensure you have a great time. That starts with planning your itinerary and extends to submitting your PTO request, shopping for new clothes, and finding someone to watch your pets. 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