This post from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego focuses on a problem experienced by many people, bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common is poor oral hygiene. Halitosis often happens in the middle of the day, due to an inability to brush between meals. Small food pieces on the […]
Dental health
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Anyone with chronic bad breath understands the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. As unpleasant as it is, rest assured we can help at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. There are several possible causes for bad breath, some that you may overlook: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
Categories: Dental health, Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. As devastating as it can be, it’s a treatable condition at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. What do your gums do? Gum tissue has an important job. It […]
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
Cancer remains one of the scariest diagnoses anyone can get. Oral cancer is especially frightening, because it generally has a higher mortality rate than other cancers. Please keep reading this post from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego, because we actually have some encouraging things to tell you. The reason that the death rate for […]
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it done. But at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego we have a question: are you doing it right? We ask this in all seriousness. There is always room for improvement, even in something as basic as brushing […]
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!
This message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego is for anyone who is finding it difficult to improve their dental health. We urge you to keep working at it and assure you that we’re here to help! Keep Trying To Floss Many people are good about brushing their teeth, but sometimes skip flossing. This […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
Categories: Dental health, Sedation Dentistry
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Marcos Ortega DDS in Hillcrest San Diego we can help people do something about it. […]
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
This message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego focuses on a very serious issue: oral cancer. Oral cancer claims tens of thousands of lives each year, which is why we offer oral cancer screenings at each checkup. Early detection can make all the difference! At home, you can pay attention for any of the […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is vital to your dental health. […]
