She is also a clinical instructor at University of Pacific School of Dentistry and an editor for Dentistry On-Line. It is not a good idea to go on vacation immediately after significant dental work has been done. Avoid sticky and hard exotic foods that you are not used to eating. You can construct an inexpensive dental kit to take on your trip. Dental cement compounds are available to replace a filling temporarily.
Orthodontic wax protects sharp edges, especially on braces.
A pair of tweezers, a small mirror, sterile cotton, and a denture repair kit with adhesive may also come in handy. Although you can create a temporary filling, do not take any chances with a broken or abscessed tooth. See a dentist as soon as possible. Cruises almost always have an doctor or dentist on board. Your hotel concierge or the local dental society are good dental referral sources too.