Preventive Dentistry: True-or-False Quiz

Posted by Dental Centre of Conroe

toothhappythumbsupYou have probably heard your entire life that prevention is always the wisest course of action when it comes to taking care of yourself. The same is true for dentistry for a good reason. Most oral diseases and disorders are completely preventable, which means you will never have to deal with uncomfortable symptoms if you visit us regularly for preventive dentistry. Or, if an issue does develop, we can offer preventive treatment to alleviate discomfort, while allowing you to avoid potentially serious long-term damage. Still not completely convinced? Learn more about what to expect for a better understand of just how significant preventive care can be:

Preventive Dentistry Quiz: True or False

  1. True or False: Preventive dentistry mostly includes checkups in which we take visual examination of your smile to make sure it looks healthy.
  2. True or False: A dental checkup takes a thorough look at your oral health, which may include checking for tooth decay or gum disease, getting to the bottom of potential disorders like TMJ disorder or bruxism, and screening you for oral cancer.
  3. True or False: We suggest that you visit us for a dental cleaning once a year for exceptional protection against plaque-related problems like gum disease and tooth decay.

Preventive Quiz Answer Key

  1. False. Preventive care includes a wide array of technologies and methods to safeguard your smile against potentially negative side effects of disease and disorders.
  2. True. Our practice it outfitted with advanced technology, including digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and scanning instruments that allow us to take a truly comprehensive look at your smile. By closely monitoring your health over time, we can keep you on track and treat problems the moment they develop.
  3. False. We invite you to visit us twice a year – once every six months to be exact – to achieve these feats. Combined with best home care practices including twice daily brushing and once daily flossing, you can expect to enjoy a healthy smile for many years to come.

ABOUT YOUR CONROE DENTIST:

The Dental Centre of Conroe, John M Richards DDS delivers distinctive cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry for residents of Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities. For more information about our services, or to schedule an appointment, contact us by calling (936) 441-4600.