Keep up with Dental Appointments during Summer Vacation

Louisville, KY

Summer will be here before we know it. After a busy school year, you’re probably looking forward to a break from the usual routine for a few months. However, our schedules often fill up with other events such as family vacations, summer camp, sports games and practices. It can be easy to overlook something like a dental checkup, but summer is actually the ideal time to schedule a routine dental exam for your child. Read on as your Kentuckiana family dentists explain the importance of keeping up with dental appointments even during summer vacation.

Why schedule a checkup in the summertime?

Many children snack more often during the summer and, if you’ve got athletes in the family, the consumption of sugary, acidic sports drinks also is likely to increase. This combination of more snacks and more sports drinks can fuel an outbreak of tooth decay. By scheduling a routine dental checkup in summer, ideally early in summer break, your dentist will be able to detect any changes in your child’s oral health. Scheduling a dental appointment during summer vacation also can be more convenient, as you don’t have to account for school or extra-curricular schedules.

The benefit to summertime dental work extends to everyone, not just children. Let’s say you or a member of your family needs a more intensive procedure done, such as the installation of a dental implant. The initial recovery time from this procedure can be made easier if you’re not having to work around school schedules. Plus, taking a day or two to rest can be made easier if it’s warm enough to lay in the sunshine or by the pool.

The importance of regular dental care

The American Dental Association recommends that everyone see their dentist once every six months for a checkup. Each of these appointments includes a dental cleaning, the only way to completely remove all the cavity-causing tartar and plaque from your mouth. Regular checkups also are crucial to detect early warning signs of ailments such as gum disease and even oral cancer.

Dental checkups are no substitute for a good regimen of at-home care. Make sure to brush twice per day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and a fluoridated toothpaste. Also, floss daily. Keep to this regimen all year round, even during summer breaks, and you’re setting yourself up for a lifetime of good oral health.

Family dentistry in Shepherdsville and Louisville, Kentucky, and Jeffersonville, Indiana

Don’t let cavities or other oral health issues spoil your vacation. Head into your summer with confidence, knowing that your oral health is in good shape, by scheduling a checkup during summer break. If you want to ensure additional protection for your children against the threat of tooth decay, we also offer preventive procedures such as sealants, fluoride treatments and MI Paste. At Exceptional Dentistry we are proud to offer family dentistry to our patients from each of our three locations in the Kentuckiana region. Schedule your consultation today by calling (502) 423-7868 or contact us online.