Hello, I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega of Marcos Ortega DDS. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their San Diego dentist. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call him […]
Are Dentures The Only Answer For Extensive Tooth Loss?
At Marcos Ortega DDS, we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations Dental implants replace the tooth […]
Infant And Toddler Teeth Q&A
Today’s post is for new San Diego parents. It contains beneficial counsel about caring for baby’s and toddler’s teeth. How should I clean my toddler’s teeth? For infants, gently clean their gums with a piece of gauze or soft cloth. The ADA does not recommend any toothpaste for infants. When your child is three, a […]
A Brighter Smile At Your Convenience
At Marcos Ortega DDS, dental patients often ask how to get whiter teeth. We’re happy to say that you are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening in San Diego, because cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening and veneers are safe, effective, and affordable. What are your options for whiter teeth? Some San Diego […]
9 Things To Know About CEREC Crowns
CEREC stands for “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.” The “chairside” refers to the dentist’s chair. What is CEREC? Dental practices with CEREC technology have a state-of-the-art milling machine that fabricates tooth restorations CEREC dentists use CAD/CAM software to create custom crowns that fit perfectly CEREC crowns are designed, manufactured, and placed in the same […]
You Know It When You See It
You may not be able to articulate why all the characteristics blend in perfect harmony. We’re talking about a beautiful smile. At Marcos Ortega DDS, beautiful smiles are our specialty. We provide tooth implants and other cosmetic dental procedures for complete smile makeovers. You may be surprised at how many design elements Dr. Ortega must […]
