subject: Affordable Berkeley Dental Professionals [print this page] A Berkeley dental professional can help you not only get a great smile, but they can also help with many other problems as well. There are a lot of things that can factor into an entire picture of good oral health that many people may not realize, but the best highly trained professionals know exactly what to do and what to look for.
One of the problems that a Berkeley dental professional such as an orthodontist can look for is gingivitis. General dentists are not the only ones who can recognize it! Gingivitis is caused by plaque building up in the mouth around the teeth and gums. It is a nasty bacteria rich mix of food and saliva, and although brushing helps to reduce plaque, it is not enough to get rid of it. The tiny bits of food that get caught between the teeth, and between the teeth and gums are hidden agents of plaque and tartar. This is even more true for those who wear braces, because there are so many more places in which food and junk can collect.
The toothbrush is a simple little item that some people take for granted. It is almost certain that everyone at some point or another has forgotten to change their toothbrush to a new one. This is really important because the bristles wear out and fail to do a good job like they did when the toothbrush was new. Also, tons of bacteria, germs, and other little nasty things can collect on your brush as well. A Berkeley dental professional can help you determine which toothbrush will be best for you and your mouth, especially if you have braces or you have had work done by an orthodontist.
It is difficult, but important to continue brushing and flossing well when you have a toothache or other mouth issue. Proper oral care is even more important at these times to ensure that your mouth stays clean even though there is a problem. It is much easier to forego brushing when you have a really painful tooth for example, but neglecting your other teeth because of a painful one can only lead to more painful teeth! Your best bet, whether you have any orthodontics in your mouth or not, is to seek the advice of your Berkeley dental professional as soon as possible not only to fix any current problems that you do have, but also to prevent any new ones from popping up.
