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Preventing Gum Disease at Marcos Ortega DDS

Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen.

The Dangers of Oral Piercing

Dental Emergency, Dental Implants, Oral Health

Infection, tooth damage, prolonged bleeding and swelling, and gum recession are just a few of the dangers and risks of oral piercings. See your San Diego dentist before deciding on oral piercings, or call Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS, for a consultation if you already have damage.

Infant and Toddler Teeth Care

General Dentistry, Oral Health

Though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, San Diego dentists continue to see cavities in young children.

San Diego Dental Emergencies

Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Oral Health

Many people will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a dental crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, see your San Diego dentist as soon as possible!

Cosmetic Dentistry Options

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Porcelain Veneers, Prepless Veneers, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many exciting possibilities. Options include teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, orthodontic treatment, dental implant, crown replacement and more.

Wisdom Teeth And Your San Diego Dentist

Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Restorative Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry

Wisdom teeth are the last of the molars (grinding teeth) to erupt from the gum. They usually appear in the late teens and early twenties. Not all people develop these teeth while others have from one to four. To prevent serious complications, wisdom teeth are often removed.

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