Cosmetic Dentistry

Perfect smiles created at Marcos Ortega DDS often require crown lengthening. Crown lengthening surgery is a safe and effective procedure that exposes more of the visible part of the tooth. Some clients undergo crown lengthening surgery at Marcos Ortega DDS to alter their gummy smile. A gummy smile refers to upper teeth that appear too […]

If your crooked, discolored teeth keep you from smiling and you feel like there is nothing you can do about it, please give me a call! My name is Marcos Ortega and my friendly staff and I at Marcos Ortega DDS have been giving the people of San Diego something to smile about since 1986. […]

Have you ever had to take an unexpected trip to the grocery store looking completely disheveled in a rush to buy an emergency item – say cough medicine for a sick spouse or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How […]

There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively influences one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also affects our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase […]

To perk up your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Marcos Ortega DDS. We whiten teeth for patients in the San Diego area and surrounding communities. A whiter smile can boost your self confidence and make you look and feel younger. Many of our patients […]

Hello friends of Marcos Ortega DDS! Today’s post is for San Diego men and women who aren’t happy with their smile.  Common problems for patients include yellow teeth, misaligned teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, missing teeth, or damaged teeth. Few San Diego people have naturally perfect smiles, but those that practice proper […]