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Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.

You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it done. But at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego we have a question: are you doing it right? We ask this in all seriousness. There is always room for improvement, even in something as basic as brushing […]

Your Smile Says Keep Trying!

Beautiful Smile, Dental health, General Dentistry

This message from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego is for anyone who is finding it difficult to improve their dental health. We urge you to keep working at it and assure you that we’re here to help! Keep Trying To Floss Many people are good about brushing their teeth, but sometimes skip flossing. This […]

You Be The Judge

Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry

A great smile can light up a room, and if that smile is yours you are bound to make a great first impression. You can transform your smile with cosmetic dentistry from Marcos Ortega DDS in Hillcrest San Diego. Are you skeptical? We invite you to judge for yourself. Few of us were born with […]

Dead Or Just Sick?

General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Root Canals

Since teeth don’t grow and the enamel is not made of living cells, it’s easy to forget that teeth are alive. We are reminded of this when we have a toothache, or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food. Like other organs, teeth need a blood supply to stay alive and healthy. At Marcos Ortega […]

Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health

Dental health, Sedation Dentistry

Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Marcos Ortega DDS in Hillcrest San Diego we can help people do something about it. […]

What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?

Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers

In this blog post from Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego we are taking the time to answer a common question: “What exactly are veneers, and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Dental veneers are thin shells made from medical-grade ceramic or composite resin. They are custom-made for each patient and are used to […]

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