Whether you’re planning on hitting the road or taking flight on the way to a memorable trip, or you want to just plant yourself by the pool in a beautiful locale so you can relax while doing a whole lot of nothing, now is the perfect time of year. Of course, toothaches and other urgent dental issues have a tendency to show up at the worst possible time, and they don’t care what your itinerary might be. That’s why, for peace of mind, scheduling a quick trip to your dentist could be one of the smartest things you do this summer.
Avoid Surprises with a Checkup
A dental exam allows your dentist and their team to detect the earliest signs of potential issues that could spell trouble down the line. Not just that—they can fix them as well! A checkup ahead of your summer plans can go a long way in ensuring that a toothache or broken crown doesn’t spoil the fun. This will give you one less thing to worry about between all the travel and planning you’re already doing.
Save Yourself Stress
Imagine working hard to save up for an international trip, going through the trouble of booking everything, making the journey, and then running into a dental problem. Nothing is more stressful than trying to find a local emergency dentist in a place you don’t know, especially if English isn’t the first language. On top of keeping yourself out of pain, visiting your dentist can help you avoid spending your precious vacation running around town looking for a dental office.
Create Beautiful Memories
Given that everyone has a high-powered camera in their phones these days, chances are that you’re going to be in a lot of pictures this summer. On top of safeguarding your smile, seeing your dentist can also give them a chance to improve how your teeth look. They can remove stains with whitening or replace a discolored/worn restoration. That way, when you look back on your trip years later, your smile will be as bright as the warm sun.
You deserve to relax this summer, and your dentist can make sure your trip goes perfectly without any hiccups, meaning you’ll come home feeling refreshed and recharged with plenty of great stories to tell.
About the Author
Dr. Ben Sutter is a highly experienced general and emergency dentist in Eugene who has served the community for over 15 years. A graduate of the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, he has helped countless patients fix small problems and avoid big emergencies, saving them from having to make unexpected trips to the dentist. Whether you’re planning on a vacation or staycation this year, give us a call at 541-484-1955 to make sure a toothache doesn’t ruin your downtime.