Dental Emergency Kit

How many times have you been in a situation where you are unsure if your breath is fresh enough? Probably several times a month. What about worrying about that little piece of kale that has been stuck in your teeth since lunch? A few times a week for me. Most people agree that the first thing they notice about their person is their smile. Of course this includes teeth. And even more emphasis is put on teeth as beauty standards have started to change. More and more adults are getting dental work done for the aesthetic of more beautiful teeth. So, let’s not waste all that money we put into straightening our teeth or getting them whitened. If you are concerned about this then you should really consider a dental emergency back in your purse, pocket, or satchel.

Dental emergency kits can be created for a relatively small expense. All you need to find is a small bag to keep it all in. You could make it themed and get a really cool little pouch, or a black or white zip-up bag will suffice. Just make sure you keep it updated if you run out of things because nothing would be worse than reaching for your dental emergency kit and something you want to be out.

First, and most obvious, you should grab a toothbrush and toothpaste. You could even get a small, travel toothbrush that folds into itself for more room. You could go with a small tube of toothpaste or even consider buying a little jar and chewable toothpaste tablets. These tablets will ensure no toothpaste spillage all over the pouch. In most cases, a good old brushing will cure any dental flaws.

Next you should definitely consider floss. Maybe a traditional roll of floss, or even try little floss picks. They even have the added bonus of a toothpick on the opposite side. You can really get in and dig out that piece of spinach or kale. You could start making it a habit to floss after every meal. Your teeth, your dentist, and you will all be happy about this.

Lastly, you should keep gum or mints in your pouch. Not only could you have this little treat for you, but if you ever find yourself in close quarters with another person that could benefit from a little dental emergency kit then you could offer some of your gum! Great for them and for you.

Changing Perspective and Mood

There are times when nothing really seems to be going right in your life, when you feel as if the world is pitted against you for some unknown reason and it’s all a big joke being played on you. And truthfully, that’s the scenario you would actually prefer to be happening. Because at the very least, there’s an end in sight: waiting for the world’s joke to finally be revealed to you.

But when you have no answer, no clarity on why everything just seems off and not worth pursuing, it can definitely lead to some dark times that you may not want to speak much about. And that’s okay, because the vast majority of the population can agree they’ve been in such a spot in their lives before. Sometimes, there seems like no answer exists as to why you have to be going through this. And sometimes, there isn’t one.

But the number one thing I’ve taught myself is that the world as you perceive it can be changed in an instant. You can change exactly what you see, how you see it, how you feel, and what you enjoy in a heartbeat. Of course, that sort of knowledge sounds absolutely crazy and impossible to a lot of folks. But seeing beyond the little things in life that are needless and toxic is so much easier said than it is done.

At least, that’s the case at first.

You see, all it takes is action. Action can manifest in cleaning up your house or taking care of your health in minute ways. Take me, for example. I was in a funk about 8 months ago, and I really felt like there was nowhere to turn. No answers revealed themselves to me when I constantly asked “Why me?” But without fail, if I would just get up, do something small for myself or my body, things would seem a little better. And all it takes is building off that.

So what I did was get up and brush my teeth or floss any time I felt a little down. I almost conditioned myself to look at this activity as a productive one, a positive one. And never would I realize at the time that I was stacking two positive experiences on top of one another, reinforcing good habits with good perspective. Sure, it didn’t truly feel like it at the time, but forcing myself to continue looking on the bright side of things meant that I would be able to change my mood or “bad day” in a heartbeat if I truly wanted to.