If you and your kids are going on a trip for summer vacation, there are a few things that you might want to do before you go. Pack your bags, book your tickets, and maybe even… take your kids to the dentist?
If you’re interested in really relaxing on vacation and ensuring that your family has the best time possible, it’s important to make sure that everyone is healthy. That includes your oral health—here’s why.
Make Sure You’re Safe
The last thing you want when you’re on a trip with your family is to have to pile everyone in the car and head to an emergency dentist to deal with a toothache. Not only will you have to interrupt your vacation, but you’ll also have to deal with a dentist you’ve never met before.
By getting preventive care before you leave, you can save yourself a lot of time and money. Not only that, but you can let your kids see someone you can trust, not someone you found last minute.
Feature the Food
There’s nothing kids love more than sweets in the summertime. What’s a trip to the beach without snow cones, or a trip to the mountains without hot cocoa?
However, if your child has cavities, sensitivity can stop them from enjoying those things to the fullest. Their dentist can fill any cavities or tooth decay, which can address any underlying sensitivity.
Make Use of Your Time
Preventive care is something that needs to happen—dentists recommend bringing your kids in twice a year to catch any oral health problems before they get too serious.
However, pulling your kids out of school to get dental care can be a bit of a hassle. Getting one of their two biannual visits while they’re on a break can be exceedingly helpful, relieving you of the burden of having to call principals and make arrangements.
As surprising as it may sound, taking the time to see a dentist before heading on a trip is a great idea. You need to make it to the dentist twice a year, so why not use this time to do that?
About the Author
Dr. Susan Podray-Donovan has been a dentist for over a decade, and in that time she has refined the skills necessary to provide her young patients with comfortable & comprehensive care. Plenty of kids have trouble with the dentist, and she loves being able to put them at ease. Dr. Podray-Donovan received her doctorate at Temple University, where she also received her Orthodontic Certification and master’s in Biomedical Science.
If you have any questions about the importance of preventive care for children, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (678) 456-5572.