Things that can make brushing and flossing difficult like misaligned or crowded teeth, braces or bridgework can likely invite the formation of plaque and tartar above and below the gum margin and can easily encourage the development of gum infection. The best ways on how to clean your teeth, particularly in hard-to-clean circumstances can be demonstrated by your dentist and periodontist. Take for example the special ways of threading floss to clean around dental appliance like braces and bridgework. If you have problems with crooked or overcrowded teeth, your dental professional might recommend orthodontics to get your smile straightened and give you a better chance of stopping the disease.