What Should I Look for When Choosing a Dentist?

Having dental work done can be a very expensive process. For some people it can also be a very scary situation. That is why it is very important that you find a good dentist.

Dental work is also not normally covered by many insurances, and when people do have insurance, it is normally very expensive. However, if you're going to end up paying a good price for a dentist, it's very important that you get quality work done and that you're treated with respect.

OK, so one of the first things that you want to look for in a dentist is customer reviews. With the Internet, finding customer reviews on dentists is very easy to do. If you have a dentist in mind, you can simply enter that dentist's name into a search engine along with the keyword "customer reviews." You can also search customer view sites such as Yelp and Angie's List.

Once you have decided on a dentist that you think you might want to use, it is important to find out if they accept the insurance that you carry. If you do not carry insurance, you want to get an idea of how much you'll be paying for regular cleanings and checkups. You may also need to find a dentist that has a payment plan available, in the event that you have a dental emergency such as a root canal.

A few other things you may want to consider when searching for a dentist are things like location. Location means something different to everybody, and how important it is to you will make a part of your decision-making process. Also, the dentist's education and years of practice are also important. Although you might think the opposite, many times new graduates from dental school do an amazing job of care at a really good rate. This is because they want to build a customer base, and also because they have a mentality fresh out of school that will not let them cut corners in your care.

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Gingivitis and Dental Hygiene

Gingivitis is a disease of the gums, also called gingiva, caused by an accumulation of plaque on the surface of a tooth. It is followed by another gingival disease called periodontitis if it goes untreated. While gingivitis is not destructive, periodontitis is. Gingivitis is the precursor to periodontitis in that periodontitis does not occur without it. Over time periodontitis will destroy all the support structures of the tooth, including the gums and underlying connective tissue. It will also attack and possibly destroy the alveolar bone which will cause loss of the tooth among other problems.

There are several causes of gingival disease, though poor dental hygiene is the most common reason for having this disease. Irregular teeth can also cause irritation to the gums resulting in gingival disease. Among the less common causes are hormones due to pregnancy, and diabetes. The bad dental habits that cause gingival disease include wearing unclean dentures or other appliances, or simply not brushing regularly. Over time plaque can build up around braces and bridgework and can lead to gingival disease.

The primary symptoms of gingival disease are swollen gums, bleeding of the gums due to having brushed or flossed the teeth and bad breath. Having a substantial buildup of plaque on the teeth or in periodontal pockets is also a reliable indicator of an infection. Periodontal pockets are deep gaps that occur between the gum and the teeth. Abscesses forming in the gums, due to food and plaque getting caught in the periodontal pockets can destroy the tooth and the gum as well as loosening other nearby teeth.

Plaque is a bacterial film that grows on the surface of teeth. It accumulates in quantities substantial enough to cause gingival disease largely as a result of poor dental hygiene. It consists of the thousands of bacteria that call the human mouth home. These microorganisms feed on sugar and produce waste that leads to dental cavities along with gingival infections.

Gingival disease is easily prevented with a regimen of daily brushing and flossing as well as using mouthwashes that contain alcohol which kill the bacteria. Regular cleaning by a dentists is also essential. If the disease is already present a dentist will employ a special cleaning method in order to correct the condition. This cleaning is termed scaling and debridement in which the dentist will clean below the gum line. The patient may need to be placed under (local) anesthesia for this procedure to be completed. If the gingival disease is due to irregular teeth, the dentist may correct these.

How To Properly Clean And Maintain Your Tooth Brush

Even though the tooth brush is used to keep your mouth squeaky clean, it ends up dirty quite fast. Your mouth is filled with germs and bacteria. These germs, bacteria, saliva, plague, and sometimes blood from your gums can end up on the tooth brush. This is why it is extremely important to practice proper toothbrush maintenance.

There are basic solutions to germs on the tooth brush to follow. First, gently clean the bristles each time it is used and let it dry in an upright position. If sharing a tooth brush holder with others, do not let the tooth brush bristles touch another tooth brush. And never share tooth brushes. Some people believe that keeping their tooth brush in a closed container is sanitary, because it will protect the tooth brush from outside germs, but this is a false belief. In all actuality, keeping your tooth brush in a closed container will give bacteria a chance to multiply in a small, humid space. It is especially important not to store it in one of these spaces if the tooth brush is wet. A tooth brush needs a chance to dry and breathe. Always store your tooth brush away from the toilet in an open space.

When it comes to deciding whether or not to keep your current tooth brush, here is the basic rule of thumb: if the bristles start looking worn, replace it. This typically happens between three and four months of use. This guarantees that you won't spend a long amount of time using a germ covered tooth brush, and the tooth brush will work better. If the bristles are bent, the tooth brush just won't work as well.

There are other methods for taking care of your tooth brush if you want to be sure it is clean. A very simple thing to do is have three tooth brushes to rotate using during the day. This allows your tooth brush to dry over a twenty four hour period.

Another very easy way to clean your tooth brush is to soak it in vinegar every two weeks. Vinegar is good at killing molds, germs, and bacterias. Using this on your tooth brush is quite effective.

A few other solutions are also quick fixes. Some people have found running their tooth brushes through the dish washer on the top rack useful. Others soak their tooth brush in boiling water. Toothbrush maintenance is very simple and important for your oral health; don't forget it!

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