Taking Care Of Oral Health At University Or College
Healthy smiles with minimal effort!
Going to University is so exciting, and so daunting at the same time. There is so much to get done, and so many new people to meet, and hopefully, so many parties to go to!
One thing that can fall by the wayside as uni life gets under weigh, is oral health. You might be using your smile to meet tons of new friends, and your teeth to try all the new local food, but you may well be letting your oral health standards drop a little.
Here at Abbey Road Dental, we wanted to give you some tips on taking care of your oral health a university with minimal effort so oral infections, tooth decay and pain are one less thing to worry about as deadlines approach:
Register With Your Local Dentist
Register with your local NW8 dentist, or nearest dentist to you, as soon as you start university. Here at Abbey Road Dental in St John’s Wood we have plenty of students coming to us for their university dental care, and we’re happy to provide that support during these important years. It will only take you a few minutes to fill out a form, or make a ‘phone call to your nearest dentist, and then you have the service there to use as and when you need it.
Maintain Good Daily Oral Hygiene
With disrupted bedtimes, and lots going on, it can be so easy to forget about basic oral hygiene. However, just keeping up a basic routine can save you a lot of time, money and potential pain in the future. Many inconvenient and sore dental infections can be prevented by caring for your teeth every day. Just brush twice, for two minutes each time, using the right toothbrush and toothpaste. You should also visit the dentist for checkups every six months or more regularly if you need to, that will ensure any issues are prevented or picked up quickly, avoiding extra costs and treatments.
Try To Keep A Balanced Diet
Clearly, you can’t be all chia seeds and kale at university because like most students, you may well struggle with finances. However, there are things you can do to keep your diet relatively balanced which will help your oral health and overall health:
- Cut down on alcohol – university is a social environment, but drinks like alcopops, beer and ‘full fat’ cola and vodka, will all contribute to weight gain and tooth decay because of their high sugar content
- Try to eat full meals instead of snacks – you’re short on time because you have a lot to do, but full meals are much better for you than constant unhealthy snacks. Try meal planning and preparing ahead, and if you do have to snack, opt for healthy snacks like seeds, nuts and whole fruit
- Avoid energy drinks – you might be low on sleep and energy keeping up with your assignments, but energy drinks will not help your body or your teeth long term. You’ll only suffer energy slumps which will drive you to consume more sugar and caffeine. Instead try to get a good amount of sleep, stay hydrated and eat regular meals and wholefood snacks.
Call Abbey Road Dental To Register
We’re here to provide tips and advice on keeping your oral health in great shape as a student, and to provide checkups, treatments and any other dental services you might need during your time with us.
If you are a student in the NW8 area, please do give Abbey Road Dental a call on 02076241603 and we will be more than happy to register you with us.