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Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?

Dental health, Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry

Dentists have to make a lot of judgment calls. Implant dentists are no exception. A dental implant specialist must identify which patients are good candidates for implant surgery. Dental implants have a high success rate when done correctly. Success depends on many factors. A key decision is whether the patient has enough healthy bone to […]

Does COVID-19 Affect Your Teeth and Mouth?

Dental Emergency, Dental health, Teeth Facts

You’ve probably heard that COVID-19 can cause patients lose their sense of taste and smell. Hopefully, you haven’t experienced that yourself. But let’s consider other oral dilemmas connected to COVID-19, and how we can increase patient comfort. Dry Mouth is as Common as Loss of Taste A team of Brazilian scientists led by University of […]

How Are Dental Implants Priced?

Dental health, Dental Implants

Looking into how much dental implants cost and getting a fairly simple answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. It can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid on the internet. Let’s take a moment to discuss why most dental sites don’t publish […]

What If My California Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Braces?

General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

Some dental insurance companies don’t cover orthodontics. This doesn’t make sense to orthodontists. Straightening teeth can prevent expensive dental problems. These include tooth decay, treatment for bite problems, and gingivitis (gum disease). We all know that dental insurance companies rarely make coverage decisions based on what is best for the patient. However, you shouldn’t give […]

Protect Those Nooks And Crannies In Your Child’s Teeth

Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry

Dr. Marcos Ortega is committed to the prevention of cavities, which is the foundation for a healthy and beautiful smile. The Importance of Prevention Preventative dentistry – brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings with a dental hygienist – are indispensable for keeping your smile bright and free of tooth decay. There are some places, however, […]

What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Dental Implants?

Dental health, Dental Implants

For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance companies don’t cover implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurers rarely make coverage decisions based on what is […]

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