{"id":62,"date":"2019-01-10T00:11:35","date_gmt":"2019-01-10T00:11:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dolfielddental.com\/blog\/?p=62"},"modified":"2020-06-18T17:36:22","modified_gmt":"2020-06-18T17:36:22","slug":"62","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dolfielddental.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/10\/62\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid the Need for an Emergency Dentist, Both at the Holidays and Year-Round"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"dentalThe holidays are a time for merriment. But making merry may be the last thing on your mind when you\u2019re struck with a painful toothache. You can reduce the chance you\u2019ll need an emergency dentist<\/a> by eating sensibly, brushing daily, and taking tooth care supplies with you when you travel.<\/p>\n

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Taking Your Tooth Care Kit on a Trip<\/h2>\n

Just because you\u2019re traveling doesn\u2019t mean you should neglect your teeth. Here are three items that belong in any well-packed suitcase:<\/p>\n

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  1. A travel-sized tube of toothpaste. <\/strong>You\u2019ll find these at most pharmacies and retail outlets. Try to pick the same brand you use at home.<\/li>\n
  2. An extra toothbrush. <\/strong>Toothbrushes can go through quite a bit of jostling during even a brief trip. That\u2019s aside from the risk of losing or misplacing your regular brush. Buying a spare brush just for the trip is a smart precaution.<\/li>\n
  3. Dental floss. <\/strong>Brushing is only part of the healthy teeth equation. Flossing is important as well. Plus, floss string takes up remarkably little room in a set of luggage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Staying Smart When It Comes to Snacking<\/h2>\n

    What would life be without those indulgences that we all crave? A slice of cherry cheesecake, a scoop of ice cream, or a freshly baked cookie can make life seems so much sweeter. But these temptations can leave us with a painful toothache unless we follow these snack-smart tips:<\/p>\n