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Are You Getting Your Dose Of D?

Most San Diego people know that vitamin D is important for healthy teeth and bones, but many of us fail to get adequate amounts. Today’s article is a friendly reminder to our patients – especially expectant mothers – about the importance of vitamin D.

What Is Oil Pulling?

Cosmetic Dentistry

Today’s Marcos Ortega DDS dental post looks at oil pulling, an alternative practice that has been generating a lot of buzz around San Diego. Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is the practice of swishing oil in the mouth for twenty minutes to benefit the teeth, gums, and overall health and well-being. The oils most commonly used are coconut oil, sesame oil, and sunflower oil.

7 Ways Dental Bonding Can Improve Your Smile In San Diego

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the San Diego area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is or when it is useful to have the procedure done. Today in the San Diego Dental Blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry.

Cosmetic Dentistry Gives San Diego Residents Perfect Smiles

Cosmetic Dentistry

Hi. I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega, and I’ve been a dentist here in San Diego since 1986. One of my favorite things about being a dentist is seeing how my San Diego area patients find renewed confidence in themselves after a smile makeover.

Diet Changes For Healthier Teeth In San Diego

Uncategorized

Hello, I am Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS, in San Diego. Today’s blog topic is, ‘How Your Diet Affects Your Smile.’

I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your San Diego cosmetic dental practice for cleanings, but did you know that making small changes to your diet can improve your oral health?

5 Ways To Floss Daily In San Diego

Oral Health

Hello Hillcrest! If you want to floss regularly but are too tired at night, this post is for you. In our Marcos Ortega DDS blog, we want to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss and keep your teeth and gums healthy.

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