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You\u2019ve traveled overseas for work, and you\u2019re settling into your new temporary way of life when suddenly you bite down on something hard only to discover that your tooth is broken. Panicked because you\u2019re no longer near your local dentist, you wonder what you should do about your dental emergency<\/a>. If you are in this type of situation or worried that you could be, find out what steps you can take to get the care your smile needs, even when you\u2019re thousands of miles away from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Prepare Yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before traveling abroad, it\u2019s always best to identify a local dentist in the area where you\u2019ll be staying. It might require doing some research, but choosing someone who has a solid reputation and provides emergency dentistry can save you time should you suffer an injured tooth while you\u2019re away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also helpful to locate the closest emergency room in case you need to seek immediate medical attention for any reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look at Your Dental Insurance Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on your dental insurance plan, you may be required to pay out of pocket when seeing a dentist outside of your network. If by chance you find a dentist who is in-network with your plan, you\u2019ll discover that you save more even when a dental emergency occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Communicate with Your Local Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When experiencing a dental emergency, you\u2019ll want to make sure that the dentist performing the work communicates with your local oral healthcare professional about your incident. This will ensure that your records remain up to date and that we can ensure the health and vitality of your smile when you return home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a Preventive Approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re at home or abroad, taking a proactive approach can be beneficial in reducing your risk of a dental emergency. You can do this by seeing a dentist for regular dental checkups and cleanings, eating healthy foods, staying away from harmful habits, wearing appropriate mouth protection, and practicing good oral hygiene daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you adhere to these tips, you\u2019ll be less likely to panic when facing a dental emergency. Instead, you\u2019ll get the help you need so that you can get back to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author
<\/strong>Dr. Jason Herres completed his dental degree at Temple University before finishing a one-year Advanced Education of General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the Naval Hospital Great Lakes at the Navy Recruit Training Command. At Dentistry for Life, he and his team can provide helpful tips to keep smiles healthy and damage-free, even while traveling abroad. Contact us<\/a> at (717) 569-3911<\/strong> or visit us online to discover helpful tips to keep your smile safe when working overseas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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