Dental implants from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA are state-of-the-art, with a success rate in the area of ninety-eight percent. That number is a testament to implant technology. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are certain risks involved. In this post, we will consider possible complications of a dental implant. Infection: […]
Eating Got You Down?
When you’re missing one or more of your natural teeth, chewing can be difficult and even painful. Dental implants from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. Dental implants are metallic posts inserted into the jawbone. The posts are usually titanium, which is an ideal material because it is lightweight […]
Want to Fill Those Gaps in Your Smile?
Do you have gaps in your smile? You’re not alone! Missing or failing teeth are among the most common problems we treat at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA. Missing teeth not only detract from an attractive smile; they also do a number on your self-confidence. Do you find yourself covering your mouth when […]
5 Ways To Restore A Tooth
There is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the fortunate owner of perfectly healthy teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. However, if you are like most, you will need to restore a tooth eventually. Today’s post looks at five cosmetic dentistry options from Marcos Ortega DDS in […]
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Losing one or more of your natural teeth impacts your smile, and your ability to bite and chew. But with dental implants from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, you can regain your smile and the ability to eat just about anything. Dental implants are titanium posts that are anchored into your jaw. They […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Dental implants might sound like some futuristic solution to missing teeth. But they’ve become part of mainstream dentistry, and are available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Most patients have a lot of questions about dental implants, once they seriously begin to consider them. Are there any drawbacks to implants? Are they safe? Experimental? […]