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Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!

The common household toothbrush. Every San Diego home has at least one, and hopefully all San Diego residents are brushing their teeth after each meal. While cosmetic dentistry and a complete smile makeover seem to be all the rage these days, daily brushing is still the most important thing you can do for your oral […]

How To Get The Whitest Teeth

Teeth Whitening

Some people’s teeth are whiter than others, but I think it’s safe to say that most of us San Diego residents want our teeth to be pearly white! If you are one of those people, then Marcos Ortega DDS can help you achieve that remarkable smile you deserve. Today we want to share some tips […]

If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

Oral Health

This is an important question occasionally asked by patients at Marcos Ortega DDS. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly – not leave them alone. It is impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush. If […]

Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring In San Diego

Cosmetic Dentistry

Some San Diego and San Diego dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the […]

Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva

Oral Health

Hello, my name is Dr. Marcos Ortega and I want to welcome you to my San Diego dental blog. My dental practice, Marcos Ortega DDS, wants to help our Hillcrest, Mission Hills, and Bankers Hill patients to be knowledgeable about oral health issues. Today we are going to discuss the complexity and importance of your […]

Want A Reason To Smile All The Time?

Cosmetic Dentistry

If you are not happy with your smile, we invite you to consider a complete cosmetic dental smile makeover. 1. Look and feel younger. 2. Improve your oral health. 3. Increase your confidence. 4. Smile all the time! Hello, I am Dr. Ortega. Welcome to my dental blog. I serve my patients at Marcos Ortega […]

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