Dental World Wednesday

Summer is here.  Vacation time is here too.

Before you head out the door, make sure you're taking good oral hygiene with you.

"Going on vacation is a great way to get away from the daily responsibilities of life," says Dr. Jergins.  "But, when you leave home, remember that your teeth don't want you to take a break from good dental care."

So, here are some vacation tips to keep you smiling this summer:

*  Pack your toothbrush in a container with air holes

*  Disinfect your container before and after your trip

*  If you run out of toothpaste, still brush with water to remove at least some of the       plaque

*  When packing your family's toothbrushes, make sure the brushes don't touch        

    each other, as bacteria can spread from brush to brush

*  Keep up with your dental cleanings.  Don't let your summer schedule distract      

    you from your twice-yearly cleanings.

Have a great summer!