{"id":310,"date":"2018-11-04T23:21:41","date_gmt":"2018-11-04T23:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/?p=310"},"modified":"2018-12-11T23:24:44","modified_gmt":"2018-12-11T23:24:44","slug":"5-ways-to-avoid-holiday-emergencies-with-your-dentist-in-rockledge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-holiday-emergencies-with-your-dentist-in-rockledge\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Avoid Holiday Emergencies with Your Dentist in Rockledge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_56895910__1537384288_38596-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling.\" class=\"wp-image-311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_56895910__1537384288_38596-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_56895910__1537384288_38596-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_56895910__1537384288_38596.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental disaster can strike at any time, but the holiday\nseason causes an increase in dental emergencies because of all the delicious\nsweets and treats it has to offer. Having an emergency while you\u2019re traveling\nor with family can be a hassle, so you should try to protect your mouth and\navoid dental emergencies altogether. Keep reading to discover 5 helpful tips\nfrom your dentist in Rockledge on how to keep your teeth safe and avoid\ndisaster during the holidays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Be Picky if It\u2019s Sticky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sticky foods like toffee or caramel can dislodge a filling\nor pull off a crown, leaving a damaged tooth unprotected. Avoid sticky foods to\nkeep your teeth safe for one of the biggest meals of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, any hard candies or sweets that don\u2019t dissolve\nquickly should be avoided because they keep sugar in contact with your teeth\nfor long periods of time. If you\u2019re going to indulge, eat some chocolate. It\ndissolves quickly and still tastes delicious. Just be sure to brush your teeth\nafterwards!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Avoid Popcorn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Popcorn is a delicious treat that can be found in seasonal\ntins this time of year. However, popcorn kernels can get stuck in your gums and\ncause irritation. While this may not be a real emergency, avoiding popcorn will\nmake sure your mouth is comfortable and healthy during the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Have Your Dental Work Done Before the Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonging dental treatment can put you at a higher risk of\nhaving a dental emergency. Additionally, receiving treatment before the end of\nthe year will help you maximize your insurance benefits because most plans don\u2019t\nrollover with the new year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: Be Cautious<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With all the gift unwrapping and boxes to open, many turn to\ntheir teeth has a helpful tool. Do not do this! Avoid using your teeth for\nanything other than eating to avoid a trip to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/same-day-emergency-procedures.html\">emergency\ndentist in Rockledge<\/a>. Even nail biting can turn into a cracked,\nchipped, or damaged tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: Maintain a Good Oral Health Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because it\u2019s the holidays doesn\u2019t mean you should slack\non your oral healthcare routine. Brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a\nday to keep your oral health in tip-top shape. Be sure to visit your dentist\nafter this season of sugar to make sure that your teeth and gums are still\nhealthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know the best ways to avoid dental emergencies\nduring the holiday season, you can enjoy all the seasonal festivities with the\nconfidence of having a healthy and safe smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A graduate of the University of Florida College of\nDentistry, Dr. Sowmya Kumar provides expert care to all of the patients she\nsees. She understands that dental disaster can strike at any moment, which is\nwhy she offers emergency dental care. She currently practices at Premier\nWalk-In Dental, and she can be contacted through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor by phone at (321) 631-4334 for any questions you may have. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental disaster can strike at any time, but the holiday season causes an increase in dental emergencies because of all the delicious sweets and treats it has to offer. Having an emergency while you\u2019re traveling or with family can be a hassle, so you should try to protect your mouth and avoid dental emergencies altogether. 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