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Tooth Sensitivity Treatment in San Diego

Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone in San Diego when you felt a sudden jolt of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel is eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the tooth are located. Ouch!

Preventing Gum Disease at Marcos Ortega DDS

General Dentistry, Oral Health

Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen.

The Dangers of Oral Piercing

Dental Emergency, Dental Implants, Oral Health

Infection, tooth damage, prolonged bleeding and swelling, and gum recession are just a few of the dangers and risks of oral piercings. See your San Diego dentist before deciding on oral piercings, or call Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS, for a consultation if you already have damage.

Infant and Toddler Teeth Care

General Dentistry, Oral Health

Though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, San Diego dentists continue to see cavities in young children.

San Diego Dental Emergencies

Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Oral Health

Many people will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a dental crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, see your San Diego dentist as soon as possible!

Cosmetic Dentistry Options

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Porcelain Veneers, Prepless Veneers, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many exciting possibilities. Options include teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, orthodontic treatment, dental implant, crown replacement and more.

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