Pre-Travel Dental Care
The Dental Room’s own travelling dentist, Dr Shawn, suggests that our wandering tribe make sure everything is in order well before departure date. “If you aren’t already getting regular dental check-ups, then you need to go see your dentist at least two months before you plan to leave,” says Shawn, “that way you give your dentist enough time to rectify any issues and to provide a final review before departure.”
“Infections in teeth while flying would be very painful due to the altitude. The cabin’s pressurised air will change faster than the air in small spaces like cavities and ears. The problem is, you can’t pop your teeth by blowing in your cheeks like you do with your ears. “Toothaches can become exacerbated,” says Dr Shawn, “So if you’re on a long flight and you didn’t even bring painkillers, you are going to have a bad time.”
That Picture-Perfect Smile
If you’re hoping to refresh your smile before an upcoming holiday, a professional in-chair teeth whitening treatment can be an effective option. This treatment uses a concentrated whitening gel applied under controlled light to reduce surface stains and lighten the shade of your teeth. The process typically takes around 90 minutes, during which you can relax and enjoy Netflix or music. Teeth whitening can provide a noticeable improvement and help you feel more confident in your smile.
For clients looking for more than whitening, porcelain veneers are another option. Veneers are thin ceramic shells that are custom-made to fit over your existing teeth. At The Dental Room, our in-house ceramist handcrafts each veneer to ensure a natural look and proper fit. Veneers can improve the appearance of your teeth while also providing additional strength and protection.
Dental Care While Travelling
A good idea is to reach out to your insurance provider and ask if they have some known practitioners in their local network. If you do have a pre-existing condition, see your own dentist at least two months before you leave to sort out the condition well in advance.
Pack smart and plan in advance. That is the takeaway for your getaway. Dr Shawn’s dental travel tips includes to packing a small, soft toothbrush, some travel sized toothpaste, floss and mouth rinse. The Dental Room has travel packs in stock that come in their very own travel carry bag. This little kit contains everything you need for on-the-go dental care. If you do have a dental concern that you aren’t sure will be completely over, or you think you may encounter while overseas, make sure you travel with analgesic.
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About Dr Shawn Rama
Dr Shawn Rama is the Principal Dentist and Founder of The Dental Room, with more than 20 years of experience in general and aesthetic dentistry. He graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2003 and has undertaken further training in aesthetic dentistry, complex restorative dentistry and dental implants. Dr Shawn is also an accredited Invisalign® Platinum Provider and a member of the Australian Dental Association. He founded The Dental Room in Balwyn North in 2016, creating a boutique practice centred around personalised, considered dental care.
