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The 411 on TMJ

Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be signs of serious oral issues. Some problems with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But it’s also frequently called TMJ, because that’s the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically, that’s not […]

Adult Dental Health for San Diego Smiles

Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry

At Marcos Ortega DDS, our goal is preventing dental problems and keeping our patients’ smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our San Diego dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dental practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1986. An interesting (and sad) thing […]

Your Dentist Provides Comprehensive Oral Care

Dental health, General Dentistry, Oral Health

How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most men and women know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health problems your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health […]

How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?

Dental Implants, General Dentistry

Today’s post is for people who have decided to replace a tooth with a dental implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to perform the procedure. This is a critical decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad choice […]

Does Your Teen Feel Wisdom Teeth Coming In?

Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

65 percent of men and women who detect wisdom teeth notice them in their late teens or early twenties. At Marcos Ortega DDS, we help our teen patients with their wisdom teeth issues. Why are wisdom teeth often extracted? There are several reasons… 1. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. 2. Most jaws […]

How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit

Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Snoring

Plenty of people all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some men and women grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some individuals grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching […]

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