{"id":74,"date":"2022-05-11T18:26:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-11T18:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2022-11-11T18:28:42","modified_gmt":"2022-11-11T18:28:42","slug":"4-benefits-to-seeing-your-dentist-before-summer-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/4-benefits-to-seeing-your-dentist-before-summer-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Benefits to Seeing Your Dentist Before Summer Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"293\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/image-5.png\" alt=\"Cartoon tooth wearing sunglasses and swim trunks.\" class=\"wp-image-75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/image-5.png 293w, https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/image-5-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 293px) 100vw, 293px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pandemic restrictions are gone, meaning summer is a season of fun again! People can travel freely to beaches, pools, and other exciting locales for well-deserved vacations. Still, consider seeing your dentist before shipping off for your getaway. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/checkups-and-cleanings.html\">Dental treatments<\/a> before summer vacation have some pretty good benefits. Learn about four such benefits below to see for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Your Smile Safe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer refreshments like ice cream, soft drinks, and snow cones don\u2019t have a reputation for promoting oral health. In fact, their high sugar levels often damage mouths through tooth decay and gum disease. Furthermore, summer fruits, juices, and alcohols could stain your teeth and thus yellow your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You could prevent these effects by visiting your dentist beforehand. Professional teeth cleaning would remove excess plaque and tartar, while teeth whitening would bleach away yellow stains. Your kids could get fluoride treatments to protect their pearly whites against decay and cavities. Whichever you choose, cosmetic dental services would defend your mouth against summer foods and drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Convenience for You &amp; Your Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental appointments in summer tend to be more accessible compared to alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019d probably find it easy to use a vacation day to squeeze in dental treatment. In comparison, booking a weekend appointment around long work hours would be difficult. Many practices aren\u2019t available on Saturdays and Sundays, and those who are available have few timeslots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019d also be easier for your children. Taking them out of school for an appointment has various drawbacks, including missed class time. However, school-free summers let kids receive treatment without scheduling hassles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Early Prep for School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some schools require proof of physical and dental checkups at the beginning of the fall semester. As such, many dental offices have back-to-school rushes at summer\u2019s end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can avoid dealing with other parents and kids by having your appointment before your vacation festivities. That way, your child can start the new schoolyear with a clean and beautiful smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Great Vacation Smiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Memories of fun summers are precious, and many like to preserve them with photos and videos. You won\u2019t be able to do that if stains and cracks mar you or your kids\u2019 teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist can give you white, gleaming smiles with professional whitening, dental veneers, or even dental implants. You can then confidently show off a white smile to commemorate your exciting adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let poor oral health ruin a glorious return to summer fun. Instead, see your dentist so your vacation is good for you and your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/meet-dr-ho.html\"><em>Dr. Karen Ho<\/em><\/a><em> has worked as a dentist for almost twenty years. During that time, she has continued her education through seminars at the Biomimetic and Advanced Adhesive Restorative Dentistry (BAARD) Institute in Arizona. Her specialties lie in preventive and cosmetic dentistry, though she also seeks to learn techniques for effective restorations. Dr. Ho currently practices at her <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/\"><em>self-titled clinic<\/em><\/a><em> and is reachable at <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/contact-us.html\"><em>her website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(408)-558-9444.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pandemic restrictions are gone, meaning summer is a season of fun again! People can travel freely to beaches, pools, and other exciting locales for well-deserved vacations. Still, consider seeing your dentist before shipping off for your getaway. Dental treatments before summer vacation have some pretty good benefits. 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