{"id":129,"date":"2022-06-15T10:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T10:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=129"},"modified":"2024-11-12T17:14:49","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T17:14:49","slug":"emergency-dentist-explains-summer-vacation-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/15\/emergency-dentist-explains-summer-vacation-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do for a Dental Emergency on a Summer Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you or a family member suffer a dental emergency<\/a> on vacation, you may be tempted to give into fear. After all, sometimes it feels easier to panic than to address a harsh situation. However, try to remember that it\u2019s possible to manage these sorts of things \u2014 that you can keep the emergency from ruining your summer getaway. To learn how to do so, read and follow these tips provided by your local emergency dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1: Assess the Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First, you\u2019ll need to assess the damage caused by the dental injury. Its seriousness will decide where you go for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, let\u2019s say you\u2019ve fractured a tooth, or you have a serious gum infection. In that case, the best thing to do is to see a dentist. These kinds of dental injuries usually aren\u2019t life-threatening and allow more time to schedule treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, it\u2019ll be different if you\u2019re experiencing a dental injury *and* a life-threatening symptom (i.e., difficulty breathing, trouble swallowing, etc.). Should that happen, head to the nearest emergency room at once. You likely need urgent care as soon as you can get it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2: Visit a Dentist Near the Vacation Spot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You could treat a minor dental injury like a slight toothache after returning home. If your injury requires immediate attention, though, that won\u2019t be an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the second scenario, do what you can to find a dentist nearby. You could do a web search with your phone or computer for a list of local providers. If you\u2019re staying at a hotel, your concierge could provide you with some recommendations as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3: Travel Prepared in the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you can\u2019t change the past, you can take steps to make dental emergencies less likely in the future. Consider adding these practices to your vacation season(s) from now on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n