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Is Your Child Protected?

Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Uncategorized

How do you maintain a healthy mouth? The first things that come to mind are probably brushing, flossing, and getting regular dental cleanings. You might also think of diet factors such as limiting sugary drinks and getting enough calcium. When men and women are quizzed about preventative dental care, they rarely mention athletic mouth protection. […]

Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings

Dental health, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Uncategorized

If you’ve ever visited our blog here at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, you’ve probably heard the advice to have dental visits and cleanings twice a year. In fact, 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 […]

Is A Loose Tooth A Dental Emergency?

About Our Office, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Emergency, Uncategorized

When they are properly cared for, adult teeth can last a lifetime. If you get a loose adult tooth it is a sign that something is going on, and you should call us at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA right away. There are a number of reasons why a permanent, adult tooth can […]

The 4 Stages of Gum Disease

General Dentistry, Oral Health, Uncategorized

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. In this article from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, we have put together a list of the four main stages of gum disease, in order to keep our patients aware […]

The Five Stages of a Cavity

General Dentistry, Oral Health, Uncategorized

In this message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA we discuss something about cavities you might not know. You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is not entirely true. In the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Here are the five stages […]

Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety

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If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]

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