A chipped tooth can be a distressing experience, impacting not only the aesthetics of your smile but also your overall oral health. The good news is that modern dentistry offers several effective solutions for repairing a chipped tooth, restoring both the function and beauty of your smile. In this article, we’ll explore how Marcos Ortega […]
Tooth Injuries and How To Treat Them In California
Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one area of the body that is particularly vulnerable to injury is the mouth, including the teeth. If you experience a tooth injury, come into Marcos Ortega DDS as soon as possible and we can help you make a plan for repair, recovery, and long-term care. Tooth injuries can range […]
Urgent Care Expertise Serves Your Family in San Diego
It’s good to know that Marcos Ortega DDS is here for you. Whether it’s a dental emergency after hours or a toothache on the weekend. No appointment is required. If you can, give us a call on your way over. (With a hands-free phone, of course.) Crisis or No Crisis But you don’t have to […]
Toddler With A Toothache?
When your toddler complains of mouth pain, you want to alleviate it as soon as possible. But that’s easier said than done. There are a multitude of possible causes of children’s tooth pain. Possible Causes of Toddler Oral Pain Tooth decay Emerging teeth Chipped or cracked tooth Mouth sore or cut Sinus pain or earache […]
Does COVID-19 Affect Your Teeth and Mouth?
You’ve probably heard that COVID-19 can cause patients lose their sense of taste and smell. Hopefully, you haven’t experienced that yourself. But let’s consider other oral dilemmas connected to COVID-19, and how we can increase patient comfort. Dry Mouth is as Common as Loss of Taste A team of Brazilian scientists led by University of […]
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin vanish without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego […]