Hello San Diego! Has your smile lost its luster? Are your teeth discolored? If flashing a pearly white smile is important to you, then our dental team can help get your smile back. At Marcos Ortega DDS, we have been creating whiter, brighter smiles for patients in the San Diego area since 1986. We understand […]
How Dental Implants in San Diego are Changing Dentures
If you are one of the many San Diego denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and the inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures do not feel and function like […]
General Dentistry in Mission Hills: Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and carrot sticks? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging trail? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are in great shape? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or […]
Beautiful Teeth in San Diego For Your Every Occasion
Unfortunately, not everyone in San Diego smiles all the time. But even frowns need to be clean if you want to maintain good oral health. If you are looking for a dentist that will serve you with a smile and help keep your teeth ready for a smile at a moment’s notice, we invite you […]
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those people who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Marcos Ortega DDS is here for you. Dr. Ortega has been treating this common issue since 1986. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can […]
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At Marcos Ortega DDS
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia impact many people, including some of our patients here at Marcos Ortega DDS. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this important topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most detrimental consequence is when a dental phobic patient delays dental care […]