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The Vital Link Between Oral Health and Overall Well-being in San Diego

In the intricate tapestry of our body’s health, a thread often overlooked is the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being. As the gateway to our body, our oral cavity is pivotal in influencing our general health. Marcos Ortega DDS, nestled in the heart of San Diego, is at the forefront of understanding and […]

Battling Bad Breath With the Help of Marcos Ortega DDS in the San Diego Area

Dental health, Gum Disease, Oral Health

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be an embarrassing and distressing issue. However, understanding its root causes and seeking professional guidance can help you maintain fresh and pleasant breaths. Let’s review some common causes of bad breath and how Marcos Ortega DDS in the San Diego area can be your ally in preventing bad […]

The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections

Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Gum Disease

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a strong immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re reviewing […]

Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases

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 […]

You Should Worry if Any of These 3 Things Happen in Your Mouth

General Dentistry, Gum Disease, Sedation Dentistry

1. You drink a cold beverage and—yowza—it generates a shooting pain! When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually contacts the layer under the enamel. This is called the dentin. The dentin contains tiny tubules. A cold (or acidic) liquid that flows into the tubules can get close enough to the nerve to make you […]

Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous

Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Gum Disease

Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now, here’s five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected) Hypersensitivity to metal Nerve damage Drooling Lip and tongue piercings may make you […]

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