In this message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego we discuss something about cavities you might not know. You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is not entirely true. In the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Here are the five stages of […]
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Tooth Bleaching Fact And Fiction
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
You have probably seen ads for whitening products. In the last few years, the various terms have become indiscernible from each other. In this ocean of ads and slogans, how do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction? At Marcos Orgega DDS in San Diego CA, we have the information you need to pick the […]
3 Important Reasons To Choose Marcos Ortega DDS
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Everyone wants to have a good experience when they go to the dentist, whether it’s for something simple like a cleaning and checkup or more extenstive dental work. At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, the patient experience is important to us. We strive for excellence in everything we do. What are some of […]
When it Comes to Your Smile, Don’t Settle For Less
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At Marcos Orgega DDS in San Diego CA, we have cosmetic dentistry solutions that improve any smile. As the years go by, teeth naturally lose their youthful luster. They are also subjected to any number of unforseen […]
Your Smile Can Be Brighter and Lighter
No one can miss a fabulous smile, and a really good one is a valuable asset professionally and and socially. If you’d like yours to be brighter and ligher, cosmetic dentistry from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego can deliver! With our professional-grade teeth whitening services, we can dramatically brighten your smile in a single […]
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
In this post from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego, we address the unpleasant topic of halitosis, also known as bad breath. While poor dental hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, many factors can contribute to it, or even make it worse. One of these is the lack of saliva, or xerostomia. Saliva […]
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]
Stay Out Of The Dental Danger Zone
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
You would never run a red light on a busy street, or cross over a lane of orange construction cones. But Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego warns that you might be doing some everyday things that are bad for your oral health. In this post, we’ll share some common habits that could be detrimental […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental implants might sound like some futuristic solution to missing teeth. But they’ve become part of mainstream dentistry, and are available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Most patients have a lot of questions about dental implants, once they seriously begin to consider them. Are there any drawbacks to implants? Are they safe? Experimental? […]
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego we have some practical ideas that can help. Avoid Refined Sugar This one is probably obvious, but avoiding sugar should be your number one […]
