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Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?

Most Bankers Hill people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some Mission Hills folks may even know the unique focus of endodontists. But few California residents are probably aware that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. Today’s post looks at the specific disciplines within the fascinating world of dentistry and the years in which they were formally recognized by the ADA. (If you want a challenge, see if you can name all nine before you continue reading this post.)

Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam

General Dentistry

Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in San Diego. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, communicate with us about dentures and dental implants.) At Marcos Ortega DDS, we have an excellent […]

5 Smile Makeover Questions For San Diego Smiles

Restorative Dentistry

If you are considering a multi-procedure smile makeover or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time? At Marcos Ortega DDS, our San Diego smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific procedures necessary to achieve your perfect […]

Lighten Up In San Diego

Teeth Whitening

Hello! Today’s dental article is for San Diego people with stained teeth. Do you think your teeth are too stained for teeth whitening to have any effect? Think again. At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego, we are whitening smiles for patients with both intrinsic and extrinsic stains.

Top 6 Ways To Destroy A Beautiful Smile

Oral Health

6. Be a Builder Not a Wrecker
Bacteria is constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, so give it what it wants: juice, soda, chewy candy for the small crevices and hard-to-reach surfaces!

Smart Brushing Trumps Aggressive Brushing

Oral Health

Most San Diego residents brush their teeth (at least we hope so). However, there are many who brush improperly but don’t realize that their dental hygiene practices may be contributing to oral problems. They may pride themselves on their diligence, but frequency does not make up for incorrect methods. One of the most common errors – especially for young San Diego dental patients – is rapid, aggressive teeth cleaning with a hard bristle toothbrush.

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