Parent should brush their children’s teeth until the child has enough manual dexterity to do a good job on their own. Our experience at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA is that age six or seven is about right. When that day finally arrives, you want to be sure your youngster is, in fact, […]
Family Dentistry
Why Trust Your Smile to Marcos Ortega?
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA twice a year. Your dental […]
General and Family Dentistry in San Diego
When you do an Internet search for a dentist, you may comes across the terms “family dentist” and “general dentist.” You mean there’s a difference? At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, we’re going to explain. There is indeed a difference, but it’s a subtle one. The main differenced is in the age of […]
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen even when you do everything right: brushing and flossing after meals, using mouthwash, and having regular checkups at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA. If you are doing everything right but still coping with bad breath, don’t make any changes right away. Brushing longer and more forcefully isn’t likely […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
This message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego is about proper nutrition and dental health. Your diet can affect your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods provide an environment that can prohibit inflammation and infection. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, and nuts are the ideal choices for oral health. Calcium-fortified beverages, milk, […]
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. […]
Super Smiles For Life
Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and appealing smile, start early. Really early. We recommend a child’s first dental visit when their first tooth erupts. An early check is the first step in preventing issues and […]
Here’s Why You Should Visit The Dentist
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Invisalign, Smile Makeover
At Marcos Ortega DDS, your premier general and cosmetic dentistry practice in the San Diego area, we firmly believe that visits to the dentist are a vital part of your personal health. Wondering why? Well, teeth won’t stay healthy without consistent dental visits. From the obvious functional utility to the important cosmetic nature of teeth, you literally can’t […]
Think You May Have a Cavity in San Diego?
Teeth take a lot of tender, loving care. And even when we do our best to practice daily dental hygiene, bacteria can still sneak in and cause tooth decay – the common cold of oral health. At Marcos Ortega DDS, we have been filling cavities for years and would be happy to take care of […]
Advanced General Dentistry in San Diego: Inlay vs. Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or an onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Restorations with General Dentistry in San Diego Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit […]
