Summer Oral Health Tips

As a child, summer was an exciting time when school ended for the year and you were free to enjoy the long days and nights with friends and family. Even today, as adults, many of us have a care-free attitude during the summer and enjoy the weather and lack of a rigid schedule. Many adults work a shortened schedule during the week, work from home, and take vacation time to travel or spend home with family and friends. No matter what your plans are this summer, it is important to keep one routine the same — your oral hygiene routine, that is. While summer is a time of enjoyment, too much enjoyment can lead to oral health issues come fall and winter. Here are some helpful tips and reminders:

Prepare for Travel

If you are traveling this summer, it is important to plan and pack what you will need for your oral health. Depending on your travel destination, it may be difficult to find the supplies you need. Preparing supplies is also extremely important if you are using Invisalign® or wearing a mouthguard of some kind. Forgetting these items can be detrimental to your oral health and the progress on your treatment. 

Schedule Your Next Examination

Summer is the perfect time to schedule a hygiene examination and cleaning if it has been longer than six months since your last exam. Postponing or delaying an examination can cause the progression of decay and may eventually lead to a dental emergency. It would be a shame to experience discomfort or an emergency that could ruin your summer plans. 

Continue Your Oral Hygiene Routine

As mentioned above, continuing your oral hygiene routine during the summer is extremely important. It can be tempting to shorten or eliminate your routine, but that can lead to oral health complications you do not want. Summer is a time where more treats are enjoyed and it is important that you continue to brush and floss as usual to remove any lingering food and bacteria.

For more information you can contact Dr. Michael Krochak at:

drk@nycsmilespacom

NYC Smile Spa

30 E. 60th St., Rm 1201

New York, NY 10022

(212) 838-2900