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Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings

Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

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 […]

A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants

Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

Mini-dental implants are, as their name suggests, a smaller version of regular dental implants. They have several advantages, and are available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA. Like their larger counterparts, mini implants are titanium posts inserted into the jaw, where they fuse with the bone to become a support for one or […]

Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?

Dental health, General Dentistry

Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, we assure you that the answer is no. When it comes to maintaining your dental health, an old school manual toothbrush is one of your best friends. “Wait a […]

Been A While Since You’ve Visited The Dentist?

Dental health, General Dentistry, Teeth Whitening

At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA we are committed to the highest standards of dental care, and to the experience our patients have in our office. If it’s been a while since you’ve had a checkup, we invite you to give us a call to schedule one. Communication is one of our biggest […]

Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist

Dental health, General Dentistry

You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental exam in a while, give us a call at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA. Consider these important reasons for having regular cleanings and checkups: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to prevent dental problems. Clean Up: Our dental […]

What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?

Dental health, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

A question from the team at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, does the dentist examine the patient’s teeth, choose the course of treatment, and perform the procedure; all while the patient is just a participant? It […]

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