If your family likes to spend a lot of time out in the woods hiking and backpacking, then it is vital that you know how to successfully and correctly handle dental emergencies. By carrying along a few small, light supplies in your backpack, you can keep your family members comfortable until you are back into town and can visit a dentist's office for treatment.

The four most important emergency dental supplies that you should carry with you into the woods include:

• a soft toothbrush

• powdered milk

• salt

• tea bags

Here is some information about the necessity and use of each of these emergency dental items:

A Soft Toothbrush

Even if you have damaged your teeth or gums while out hiking, it is important that you brush your teeth each morning and night. Carrying a soft toothbrush in your pack will give you the ability to brush any injured areas without pain. You should also carry a small tube of your favorite toothpaste as well. You can use both items if you find yourself lost in the woods or have to spend the night unexpectedly.

Powdered Milk

If a member of your family falls and knocks out a tooth, then you should always place it in a cup of milk. When you are out hiking, you should carry a small container or zipper plastic bag with powdered milk inside of it. If someone knocks out a tooth, reconstitute the milk with some water and place the tooth inside of the milk.

Salt

Salt has been used for a long time as a natural antiseptic and noninflammatory agent. When you are hiking, carrying salt allows you to make a saltwater solution to rinse any injured area within your mouth. Rinsing with saltwater soothes pain and it can also be used to brush your teeth if you do not have any toothpaste in your pack.

Tea Bags

You should always carry a couple of your favorite tea bags in your pack. All teas contain natural compounds known as tannins that help to reduce pain and inflammation. By brewing the tea to drink and then placing the wet tea bag onto the area of your dental emergency, you will have two different ways to get relief.

By always carrying these four simple items inside of your backpack, you can treat nearly any dental emergency your family members may encounter while you are waiting for access to a dental professional.

Speak to professionals like Kids Dental Tree for more help.