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With May nearly over, your family may be prepping for a summer vacation. That\u2019d make perfect sense \u2013 a fun-in-the-sun getaway would let you and your kids unwind and de-stress! Still, you\u2019ll only get the most out of this trip if all your smiles stay healthy<\/a> and strong. It’s a good thing your Harker Heights dentist knows how to keep them that way. So, enjoy your outing more by using these four oral health tips for summer vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

See Your Dentist Before Your Trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if your family wants its vacation now, have your group get dental checkups before the trip. These visits with your dentist will make your summer fun even sweeter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be clear, dental checkups are the top form of oral preventive care. They let your dentist detect (and treat) your smile\u2019s issues before an emergency can occur. So, having your family get them before a vacation makes oral problems abroad less likely. You could then avoid expensive and stressful care away from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pack the Dental Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re going on a summer vacation, you\u2019ll likely remember to pack swimsuits, towels, and sandals. However, don\u2019t forget to bring essential oral care tools as well. Such items will keep your mouth clean and bright during your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, these \u201cdental essentials\u201d are your typical oral hygiene products. They include a soft-bristled toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash. You won’t want to overlook them, as they may be unavailable or pricey at your trip destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stick to Your Oral Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While summer can be busy and fun-filled, stick to your oral hygiene routine. Giving it up during your vacation will dirty your mouth and cause problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be specific, try to follow the core oral hygiene rules. First, brush your teeth twice daily for two minutes per session. Next, you should floss between each tooth once daily to ensure a thorough cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch What & How You Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s perfectly fine to try new foods on your summer vacation. That said, do be cautious of what and how you eat. Going overboard on certain items won\u2019t do your smile good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, note the amount of sugar you\u2019re having. You can keep overly sweet drinks from hurting your teeth by switching to water or using a straw. Similarly, following up a dessert with water is a good idea \u2013 doing so washes away the sugar. There\u2019s also the option of packing healthy snacks in advance to save money and your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the right oral health tips for summer vacation, your trip should be a blast. Just make sure to ask your dental provider any questions you have about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Market Heights Family Dental<\/a><\/em> is based in Harker Heights, TX. Led by Drs. Tochterman<\/a> and Pundt<\/a>, our practice aims to give each patient a truly superior smile. We thus perform preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, as well as emergency dental care as needed. Our office is also a proud and certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners that straighten teeth. For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (254)-699-3565.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With May nearly over, your family may be prepping for a summer vacation. That\u2019d make perfect sense \u2013 a fun-in-the-sun getaway would let you and your kids unwind and de-stress! Still, you\u2019ll only get the most out of this trip if all your smiles stay healthy and strong. It’s a good thing your Harker Heights […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nOral Health Tips for Summer Vacation | Market Heights Family Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To have great fun in the sun, you\u2019ll need to keep your smile safe. 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