Are you or a loved one going to take a far flung trip this summer? Phuket in August? Ghana in October? You probably have your travel medical in order, but have you thought about if you develop a toothache or have an accident? Below are a few good tips to remember when travelling abroad.
“The Traveler’s Guide to Safe Dental Care” provides guidance on preventive measures travelers can take before leaving home to minimize the potential of a dental emergency. It also features criteria for selecting a dental professional abroad if such an emergency arises. In addition to suggestions for finding a dentist, choosing medications and assessing infection control techniques, the guide provides a series of questions travelers can ask to determine if an overseas dental office uses appropriate precautions to prevent disease transmission, such as:
- Do staff members wash their hands with soap between patient visits?
- Do staff members wear gloves for all procedures?
- Are new needles used for each patient?
- Is sterile water used for surgical procedures?
Safe and Happy Travels!
For over 30 years, Dr. Lee Weisbard, D.D.S., and her team have provided Colorado and beyond with the highest quality dental experience available. And it all grew out of her compassion for others and a love for the dental arts.
She has the skills and committed excellence in cosmetic, general, and dental implant dentistry that brings you the best dental care in Greenwood Village, DTC, Englewood, Cherry Hills, Littleton, and the surrounding cities of Denver. She has received numerous awards and honors, including the prestigious 2018 Colorado Businesswoman of the Year award.