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Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing no teeth choose conventional dentures. But there is a better, state-of-the-art alternative at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Problems With Dentures Conventional dentures usually fit properly at first. But the mouth changes […]

A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss

Dental health, Dental Implants

Dental implants from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego support teeth so lifelike, patients have been known to forget some of their teeth aren’t real. That’s now natural their look and function is. Those simple facts are enough to make most people choose dental implants if they need to replace one or more of their […]

What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?

Dental Implants, Dentures, Restorative Dentistry

One of the biggest disadvantages to traditional dentures is a reduced ability to bite and chew food. The reason for this is that they are so unstable in the mouth. Increased stability one of the reasons that implant-supported dentures from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego are a better option. Traditional dentures are unstable because […]

Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?

Beautiful Smile, Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry

Dental implants from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant can take several months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant Timeline […]

Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?

Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry

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 […]

Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After

Dental Implants, Dentures, Family Dentistry

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. […]

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