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How Long Do Dental Crowns in San Diego Last?

Dental Crowns, Dental health, Restorative Dentistry

Endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns in San Diego, sometimes called caps, in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured. A crown can also correct bite misalignments and it’s usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching […]

Oral Health in San Diego: Is The Toothbrush Obsolete?

Dental health, General Dentistry, Oral Health

It seems like every day one of our household items becomes obsolete. Online search has replaced the paper phone book. Answering machines and emails have gotten rid of manual typewriters. Even the iPod, which was celebrated as the culmination of technology just a few years ago, is now gathering dust as everyone is playing music […]

A Healthy, Beautiful Smile: Cosmetic Dentistry in San Diego

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health, Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening

It’s easy to get complacent about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego, we remind you that committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and improve your quality of life, and that cosmetic dentistry can repair the effects of neglect. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush […]

5 Reasons To Schedule A Cleaning: General Dentistry in San Diego

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health, General Dentistry

There are many reasons to have your teeth professionally cleaned here in San Diego, or wherever you may live. Here are five of them from your friends at Marcos Ortega DDS, where we practice general and cosmetic dentistry. 1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only cavities that can damage a tooth until it is beyond […]

Hiccups In Your Dental Routine

Dental health, General Dentistry, Oral Health

The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego CA, we encourage regular brushing like this. Sometimes, though, this routine gets interrupted due to hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift […]

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