Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a […]
Dental Implants
Information about dental implants and tooth restoration
Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After
Dental implants are rapidly becoming the tooth replacement option of choice. Millions of Americans have chosen implants, like those available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Once the decision is made, patients usually want to know what’s involved every step of the way. Before the Procedure It begins with a consultation and preliminary exam. […]
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Once one of our patients at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego decides to go ahead with a dental implant, one of the first things they want to know is: how long is the recovery time? Our answer? It’s difficult to predict, because every case is different. There are various factors that go into the […]
Replace A Missing Tooth With A Durable Dental Implant
Dental implants have been hailed as one of the great advances in the field of dentistry, and with good reason. One implant can support an artificial tooth; multiple implants can anchor a full dental arch. Dental implants are available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. An implant is an artificial tooth root that is […]
We Solve Problems To Restore Smiles
Have you ever been told that your smile is beyond repair? That may not be true. At Marcos Ortega DDS we perform dental miracles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant Solution: Bone Grafting As a replacement for a missing tooth, a dental […]
Is A Tooth Implant The Same As A Dental Crown?
What’s the difference between a tooth implant and a crown? The relationship between a dental implant and a crown can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure. And both can be used with other dental restorations. Let’s clear up the confusion. 1. A tooth implant can function as a foundation for a crown. […]
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
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 […]
Need An Implant? Let’s Do A Checkup And Talk About It.
When is the last time you had a dental check-up? Most people need a dental check-up every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. At Marcos Ortega DDS, we are dental implant specialists but also provide general dental services. If you are […]
Implants vs. Bridges: Know The Facts
Hello San Diego visitors, welcome to Marcos Ortega DDS. Let’s talk about a traditional tooth replacement option common in San Diego: dental bridges. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations of people, they are not without drawbacks. Many people with dental bridges find it impossible to keep the small areas around and under the […]
