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When It’s Better Not To Brush

Cuts heal. Bruises fade. Broken bones mend. The body’s ability to heal itself is truly amazing. But tooth enamel is different. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the important job of protecting teeth from constant use and the continual assault […]

5 Reasons To See San Diego’s Truly Amazing Dentist, Dr. Ortega

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When we are young, we feel invincible. We think we will live forever, and we know more than our parents. As we age, we soon discover that invincibility fades, forever isn’t as long as we thought, and we begin to appreciate the collective wisdom of those who have gone before us. Since you have probably […]

The ‘Wow Factor’ At Marcos Ortega DDS In San Diego

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Ortega has been skillfully using veneers, porcelain crowns, short term braces, teeth whitening, dental bridges, gum grafting, crown lengthening, and dental bonding to create unbelievably beautiful smiles.

6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants

Dental Implants

Today, San Diego dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far better than both traditional dentures and dental bridges. A tooth implant provides the total package, so to speak. An implant replaces the visible part of the tooth and – this is key – also the root.

Feel Like A Movie Star With A Smile Makeover

Cosmetic Dentistry

Have you noticed endless pictures coming out of Hollywood featuring celebrities with perfect smiles, even photos of actors and actresses who didn’t have the best teeth early in their careers? Can ordinary San Diego people obtain a celebrity-caliber smile? Absolutely!

Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic With Marcos Ortega DDS

Dental Emergency

There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth: 1. Panic. 2. See Dr. Marcos Ortega right away and get on with life. Dr. Marcos Ortega at Marcos Ortega DDS can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly preforming the procedure. Decay, missing teeth, braces, even crowns […]

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