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Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?

Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Implant Dentistry

This message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA is about the cost of dental implants. You can’t buy them at Costco. You can’t compare price tags on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s site. There is a reason for this. A tooth implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all, and the price depends on many […]

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 […]

Does Your Smile Make a Great First Impression?

Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry

Did you know that your smile is one of the most important parts of your first impression? We at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA want to make your first impression stunning. In a Match.com survey, over 5,000 single men and women were asked what they found most attractive in a potential dating partner. […]

Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings

Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

Superficial cuts in the skin vanish without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego […]

A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants

Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

Mini-dental implants are, as their name suggests, a smaller version of regular dental implants. They have several advantages, and are available at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA. Like their larger counterparts, mini implants are titanium posts inserted into the jaw, where they fuse with the bone to become a support for one or […]

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 […]

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