Are you away at college and you’ve realized that you have never been the person solely responsible for your oral health care needs? Not to worry. While you might have some questions about how to care for your smile now that you’re out of the house, you can rest assured that you’ll be able to do it without a problem. In fact, you might already be on track. Let’s make sure with a friendly quiz.

Quiz Questions: True or False?

1. True or False: When you’re away at college, it’s time to relax and enjoy yourself. As a result, you can take this one time in your life to worry less about your smile health.
2. True or False: Now that you’re considered an adult, you should start coming in to see us for your dental checkups and cleanings once every month.
3. True or False: If you want to keep your oral health safe, the main thing to remember is that you need to keep brushing twice a day and flossing once (every single day) as you have your entire life. This will never change!

Quiz Answers

1. False. Of course, it’s wonderful for you to branch out, enjoy life, and enjoy school. However, when you neglect your oral health for even 24 hours, you may promote serious problems for your smile.
2. False. Throughout your entire life, the general guideline for professional preventive care will be twice-annual visits for your healthy smile.
3. True. You should brush and floss every day. That means brush in the morning and before bed (and floss during one of those sessions). As a result, your oral health can remain in wonderful shape! 

Protect Your Smile At College With Our Help

Remember that even though being away at school may make things seem more complicated, coming in for care is still just as important! See us during breaks by coming in for a visit in Conroe, TX and by scheduling a visit with the Dental Centre of Conroe by calling (936) 441-4600. We serve patients from Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Montgomery, Magnolia, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities.