Vacationing During Orthodontic Treatment

If you’re currently undergoing orthodontic treatment and are planning on taking a vacation or traveling for the holidays, there are a few things you can do to be prepared. While you’re out of town, there are a few things you should plan on taking with you. These items should include the following:

• Orthodontic toothbrush
• Fluoride toothpaste
• Mouthwash
• Floss, interdental brushes, or flosspick
• Orthodontic wax to protect your mouth from protruding wires

You can purchase pre-made kits full of travel-sized versions of the above items, or you can put together your own kit

Foods to Avoid while Traveling

Below are a few food items to avoid eating while you’re out of town on vacation in order to prevent broken orthodontic wires or brackets:

• Hard candies, pretzels, or cookies
• Gummy, chewy, or sticky foods
• Hard rolls or bagels
• Corn on the cob
• Nuts, such as almonds, peanuts, and cashews
• Taking bites into whole fruits; instead, make sure fruit is pre-cut

For more tips on how to travel and maintain healthy orthodontics, please don’t hesitate to contact Lockett Orthodontics, located here in Parker, Colorado.