Oral Health Archives | Page 10 of 25 | Marcos Ortega DDS

Attack Of The Gummi Bear

Here at the San Diego dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are committed to our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer a critical warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy.

Does Your Teen Have Unique Dental Challenges?

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When it comes to oral health, adolescence is a pivotal time for San Diego youth. On the upside, the last of the permanent teeth come in providing young men and women with their “adult smile.” Good habits can be forged and reinforced. Teeth can be straightened, providing increased confidence when it is often sorely needed.

Why Do San Diego Dentists Like Potatoes?

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The reason dentists like potatoes is because they are so “filling!” Ba-dum ching.

Lame joke, I know. But seriously, the wiser our patients in Bankers Hill and Hillcrest are about what they eat, the easier it will be to care for their dear old teeth.

Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.

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Most San Diego adults have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep.

Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away

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Are you a busy San Diego resident suffering with a toothache, but ignoring the pain? Have you started chewing on one side of your mouth to avoid your sensitive teeth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages to alleviate the discomfort? Dental pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket; ignoring it won’t make it go away.

Avoid Tooth Loss In San Diego

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Do you know the most common cause of tooth loss among San Diego adults?

The answer is gum disease. While this may be startling to San Diego, Bankers Hill, and Hillcrest residents, there is a bright side:

Gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages.

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