Dental hygiene is important for everyone. Applying your dental wax while on the go, especially during a long trip, shouldn’t be a pain. Rather than bring the entire dental wax package with you, there are travel-friendly options to make packing it up and applying it easy and quick.
Pre-Cut the Dental Wax for Easy Access
Dental wax is a pliable product for braces that helps reduce mouth discomfort. It can be easily molded into small balls or strips to take off a small amount and apply it where necessary.
Store the pre-cut wax in a pill organizer so you can keep track of how many times you replace it in your mouth each day. It’s recommended to replace your dental wax at least once or twice per day.
Use a Designated Storage Container
Don’t store the pre-cut wax in a flimsy container. This can cause it to stick together and mess up your designated portions. Waterproof containers with a snap lid can keep the wax safe and ready for when you need to grab it.
Opting for a container with a snap closure also reduces cross-contamination with other items in your luggage. This tactic promotes better dental hygiene and prevents possible mouth infections because the wax stays protected from outside bacteria.
Have a Compact Mirror Handy
Head to the travel section of your local department store and grab a compact mirror. Keep it with your dental wax inside your luggage in case you have to apply it when you are not near a mirror.
However, most times you can reapply dental wax in a restaurant bathroom, hotel room, or using a vehicle mirror. A compact mirror would come in handy if you are in a remote spot while taking a hike or going camping.
Don’t Forget Hand Sanitizer
Even if you’re washing your hands in a public bathroom, there could still be germs lingering in the environment. Pack a travel-size bottle of hand sanitizer or a pack of sanitizing wipes. This proactive measure ensures you remove as many germs as possible before reapplying your dental wax. You’ll have a healthier, cleaner smile with less likelihood of contracting a sickness.
Bring Some Extra Wax Packages
Trips can be unpredictable. What if you decide to stay another couple of nights at your destination? What if you happen to misplace your pre-cut dental wax?
Stay proactive and bring at least one or two extra packages of dental wax. If you run out of pre-cut dental wax, you can pre-cut more of it from these new packages. Maybe if you run into another person who also wears braces, but they don’t have their dental wax with them, you can share one of your packages.
Practice Dental Wax Application Before Traveling
Practice all of these tips for on the go dental wax application for when you leave home for daily errands. That way, you are prepared and know the procedure when it’s time for your trip.
Cut some dental wax and take it with you to apply after a lunch outing. If you are staying at a friend or relative’s house, do the same thing. Repeated practice helps you prepare for long-distance trips.
Tips for a Cleaner Dental Wax Application While Traveling
Remembering to wash your hands before applying dental wax is the most essential healthy habit for a cleaner application. Other tips include:
- Use a disposable rubber glove while applying dental wax.
- Packing cotton swabs to use as dental wax applicators instead of using your fingers.
- Not reusing wax. Throw away old wax and apply a new coating to your braces.
