{"id":32,"date":"2019-11-10T16:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-11-10T16:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/?p=32"},"modified":"2019-12-10T16:11:37","modified_gmt":"2019-12-10T16:11:37","slug":"dentist-in-louisville-emergency-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/10\/dentist-in-louisville-emergency-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid an Unexpected Visit to Your Dentist This Holiday Season With These 4 Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-33\" src=\"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300239985__1575993640_87924-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"family enjoying a holiday dinner together\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300239985__1575993640_87924-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300239985__1575993640_87924-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300239985__1575993640_87924.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The holiday season is in full swing, which means that you\u2019re probably trying to get through a stressfully long checklist before your family gets into town. The last thing you need on your plate is an unexpected toothache, sensitivity, or dental damage that requires an urgent visit to your dentist in Louisville. To keep your house full of healthy and undamaged smiles over the next month, be sure to follow these four dental tips.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Schedule Your Checkup and Cleaning<\/h2>\n<p>Before your day becomes overrun by hosting your friends and family that are coming into town for the holidays, be sure to schedule your routine checkup and cleaning with your dentist. That way, you can take care of any small problems before they have a chance to progress into something more severe. Although it may be tempting to leave your issue untreated to see if it will disappear on its own, this often is the worst choice you can make. After all, wouldn\u2019t you want a quick cavity filling instead of a root canal?<\/p>\n<h2>Be Conscious About What You Eat<\/h2>\n<p>Your family and friends will most likely contribute to your beautiful holiday feast by bringing cookies, brownies, pies, and cakes, all of which are deliciously tempting. If you\u2019re busy, you may find it easier to snack on these sweets instead of whipping up something a little healthier for your lunch. You\u2019ll be exposing your mouth to more sugar and carbohydrates, which can increase your chances of developing severe dental decay. Instead of interrupting your holidays with a trip to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist<\/a> in Louisville due to extreme tooth sensitivity, be mindful of eating an excessive amount of sugar.<\/p>\n<h2>Manage Your Stress<\/h2>\n<p>All the planning involved during the next month is sure to cause you more stress, worry, and anxiety than usual, which is why it\u2019s important to look after yourself by stepping away from a project or situation that\u2019s causing you distress. Experiencing chronic stress and anxiety commonly results in teeth grinding, or bruxism, which can wear down your teeth, causing them to easily break, fracture, or chip. Be sure to take time for yourself whenever you need it. You\u2019ll also be looking after your beautiful smile by prioritizing your mental health!<\/p>\n<h2>Make Your Oral Health a Priority<\/h2>\n<p>With so many things on your mind, your oral health may slip down your priority list. The problem with that is that it will only cause you bigger issues to deal with down the road. To avoid discomfort from toothaches and oral health problems, be sure to continue brushing twice each day for two minutes and flossing every day.<\/p>\n<p>Although it may seem like you already have too much on your plate to implement these four tips into your life over the holidays, it will save you additional stress in the future. With the right preventive measures in place, you\u2019ll be able to enjoy your holiday season and <em>not <\/em>spend it with your emergency dentist in Louisville.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Kenneth Bell focuses on preserving and optimizing the look and function of his patients\u2019 smiles by providing them with the highest quality of dental treatments. He gives gentle care and takes the time to speak with each of his patients to address all of the concerns they may have. He is also skilled in using the latest advanced dental technology, which allows him to ease patients\u2019 pain faster. For questions about how to handle your emergency, or to schedule an appointment, visit Bell Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 502-749-2355.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is in full swing, which means that you\u2019re probably trying to get through a stressfully long checklist before your family gets into town. The last thing you need on your plate is an unexpected toothache, sensitivity, or dental damage that requires an urgent visit to your dentist in Louisville. 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