A healthy smile is not only a reflection of good dental care but also a gateway to overall well-being. The foundation of a radiant smile begins with proper oral hygiene practices. At Marcos Ortega DDS, we believe that prevention is key to maintaining optimal oral health. In this article, we will explore the importance of […]
Optimum Oral Health in San Diego Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog at Marcos Ortega DDS, you’ve probably heard the counsel to have dental visits and cleanings twice a year. Dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels individuals to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary […]
San Diego Mouths And Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for San Diego dental patients. Marcos Ortega DDS offers versatile dental services to ensure our valued patient’s comfort. These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are […]
Protect Young Smiles From Childhood Tooth Decay
We get it. Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their children’s health and safety. Committing to daily oral hygiene will prevent the pain, inconvenience, and expense of dealing with tooth decay in children. Even though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, San Diego pediatric dentists continue to […]
47% of Adults Have Gum Disease: Are You One of Them?
A recent CDC report provides the following data related to the prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of people aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of people 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more prevalent in men than women […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At Marcos Ortega DDS, we provide innovative cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile imperfections. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many men and women don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can bring […]