How to Maintain Oral Hygiene When You Travel

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Traveling is a exciting matter going to a different place, trying new foods, going on adventures, But failing on your dental hygiene while travelling could gift you a miserable time on vacation. Here are some preparation tips to remember before the adventure…….

Don’t Put Off Appointments

If you need a dental procedure done, make sure you get it over from Dr.Nechupadam Dental, Marine Drive before you go or you could experience discomfort that hinders your ability to fully enjoy your vacation. Make sure to schedule these dental appointments before your departure.

Be Prepared for Emergencies

There is always a possibility that something will happen while on vacation. So be careful while traveling.

Buy a Toothbrush for Travel

It’s recommended to purchase a cheap toothbrush that you only take on traveling, so that your nice toothbrush stays at home, unharmed. You should also replace this toothbrush after each trip, because it is exposed to many more germs than your home toothbrush.

You should also invest in a toothbrush holder. Throwing your toothbrush freely into your bag is unsanitary and unsafe. Buy a holder with ventilation holes so you can have extra protection – after all, you don’t want something with a ton of germs on it to be responsible for cleaning your teeth.

Dr. Thomas K Paulose
Dr. Thomas K. Paulose is the Director Clinical Administration at Dr. Nechupadam Dental, Kochi, India. He is a specialist in oral prosthetics, Aesthetic / Cosmetic dentistry and a certified Implantologist & Implant Prosthodentist.
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