Archive for June, 2010

Do Whitestrips Work?

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Do Whitestrips Work in San Diego? If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Hillcrest Wal-Mart, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in Hillcrest were whitening toothpastes and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore counter in the Hillcrest area.

Whitening Rinses
Mission Hills, Mission Valley, and Hillcrest whitening rinses are similar to mouthwashes. They kill bacteria, freshen breath and may help remove plaque. Whitening rinses, however, contain tooth-whitening ingredients not found in mouthwashes. Manufacturers advise taking a mouthful of the rinse and letting it slosh around on your teeth for one minute twice a day. Though this method is simple, many users never notice a lightening of their teeth. This is probably because the rinse does not touch your teeth long enough to truly whiten them.

Whitening Strips
The whitening strips you can buy in Hillcrest  grocery stores have a couple of drawbacks. Though they contain a bleaching agent, it is much less potent than those used in Bankers Hill dental offices. Another problem is that they do not whiten between teeth because the strips only touch the front surface. Though it is possible to remove stains, it can take months to see any whitening. By that point, you have probably spent more money than you would have if you’d have chosen the professional system at your Hillcrest tooth whitening dental clinic.

Teeth Whitening Gels
Whitening gels are painted onto teeth with a small brush. One problem with whitening gels is that they only stick to dry teeth. If any saliva gets on the teeth during treatment, the gel is more likely to slide off.

If you are serious about dramatically whitening your teeth, the safest, quickest, and most affordable system is at your Hillcrest dental office.

Marcos Ortega DDS is located at 306 Walnut Ave., Suite 25 in San Diego. Our phone number is 619-717-8459. You can find more information on our San Diego dental website online at http://www.mysandiegosmiles.com/

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Successful Smiles in San Diego

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

San Diego Teeth Bleaching San Diego professionals who are happy with the face they present to others have a greater level of confidence. Confident people in turn are more likely to be successful in their business and personal relationships. Simply put; if you feel better, you’ll probably do better!

At Marcos Ortega DDS, our San Diego cosmetic dentistry clients experience a significant boost of self-confidence whether they undergo complete smile transformations or a less extensive treatment.

Whether it is attractive or not, your smile is always with you. Every person you meet notices your smile immediately. Even if you never smile because you are embarrassed about the condition of your teeth, your teeth still show every time you talk.

How do you feel about the smile you present to the world? Are you comfortable with the color of your teeth? Would you like to straighten your teeth? Do have teeth with chips and cracks?

At Marcos Ortega, DDS, we are dedicated to patient satisfaction. Dr. Marcos Ortega DDS has years of experience developing customized treatment plans for creating brilliant symmetrical smiles. In addition to providing premium cosmetic dentistry, we provide sedation dentistry as well.

If you are not familiar with the latest tooth whitening techniques, veneers, or clear braces, call us to schedule a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Marcos Ortega DDS. We are located at 306 Walnut Avenue, Suite 25, San Diego, CA 92103. You can find more information about our cosmetic dental services at http://www.mysandiegosmiles.com/

Are you ready to discover what smile satisfaction can do for your self-confidence?

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Find A Dentist

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

There are a lot of places to look for a dentist, but its not always easy to find a dentist in San Diego.

It used to be that in San Diego you could find a dentist just by walking down to the corner of the street. Like many small towns, there would be a dentist on the corner of ‘north and main’, just up from the fire house, and across from the bakery.

Today, finding a dentist around San Diego can take a little more time, and a little more effort. Our local San Diego community is spread out a little more, and there is more than one option for finding a local dentist in San Diego.

Let’s look at a few of the ways to find a local dentist in San Diego:

The old timers among us still reach for the yellow pages when we look to find a dentist in our local San Diego community. The yellow pages have been a standard for dentists since the beginning, and are a quick way to get a good list of local San Diego dentists.

Studies are showing an ever increasing number of San Diego consumers are turning to their Internet connection to find a dentist. To find a dentist online can mean more than just a name and a phone number; many dentists, like us, have additional information on their website that will help you gain a better understanding of their practice and the services they provide.

Many people find a dentist in the San Diego community through printed mailers and flyers that come to your door. San Diego dentists spend a lot of money on these types of flyers, which can often carry a discount opportunity or special promotion.

The most popular method used to find a local dentist? …Word of mouth. Studies have shown that people in San Diego are more willing to listen to a family member or close friend when it comes to finding a local San Diego dentist.

We understand this last point, and make it our job to keep our patients happy, healthy, informed and comfortable during their visit to the dentist. We know if you leave happy, your friends and family in the San Diego area will hear about us, too.

If you are looking for a dentist in San Diego, please give us a call. You can reach us at 619-717-8459.

If you know a friend who is trying to find a dentist in the San Diego area, please pass our name along.

We look forward to seeing you both!

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Do You Love Your Smile?

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

San Diego Cosmetic Dentistry The Hillcrest people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in Bankers Hill were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an experienced San Diego aesthetic dentist.

At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego, Dr. Marcos Ortega DDS provides the state-of-the-art procedures that deliver dazzling, flawless teeth for our cosmetic dentistry clients. We treat patients from 25 to 75. You are never too young or too old to improve your smile; but it will definitely make you feel younger!

Two common smile-killers are yellow enamel and chipped teeth.

Discolored Teeth

Few San Diego people have pearly white smiles that stay that way forever. Even with consistent brushing, flossing and regular dental cleanings, our teeth darken as we age. Fortunately, the most affordable San Diego cosmetic dentistry procedure is tooth bleaching. Picture yourself with a celebrity-caliber smile. It is possible with safe and affordable teeth whitening at Marcos Ortega DDS.

Damaged Teeth

Our teeth work hard for us day after day, year after year. Sometimes they get chipped or cracked in the process. If you would like to fix your tooth flaws, schedule a consultation by calling Marcos Ortega DDS at 619-295-4545. We use porcelain veneers every day to remedy tooth trauma. Cosmetic bonding has been used with fabulous results for many years and bonding is usually a fraction of the price of a crown.

Ask Dentist Ortega which of our San Diego cosmetic dentistry procedures can be completed in one appointment. How about a same-day smile makeover?

If you have never been eager to show your teeth when you smile or laugh, now is the time to change that. Call Marcos Ortega DDS today at 619-295-4545 to schedule a smile design consultation.

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San Diego Tooth Whitening For Whiter Smiles

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

San Diego Tooth Whitening For Whiter Smiles When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in San Diego, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and rewarding procedures. There are also a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the San Diego area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure in San Diego?

Visiting your local San Diego dentist is a good start!

Whitening your teeth is an advanced dental procedure that you won’t want to get wrong on the first try. That’s why I always recommend a visit to Marcos Ortega DDS (our dental practice) to visit with me and talk about it. I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega, and as a San Diego Dentist, I am not only experienced with tooth whitening procedures, but care about your teeth and your smile. I can recommend tooth whitening procedures based on your age, dental hygiene, and personal goals.

Most importantly, I can help you assess the condition of your teeth and help you understand what to expect and how to care for your teeth once they are whitened.

Many of our San Diego patients ask about tooth whitening. In fact it is one of our most popular dental procedures. There are many tooth whitening options, ranging from the kind you will perform at home to professional tooth whitening procedures we can do right here in our San Diego dental office. The one best for you can depend on many factors, starting with the color of your teeth, and how white you want your teeth to be after the procedure.

Consulting with your San Diego dentist before you begin a tooth whitening procedure has several advantages. Among the advantages are professional care, experienced advice, and reliable recommendations for which tooth whitening procedure will be best for you.

If you are contemplating a tooth whitening procedure, and you live in the San Diego, come in and visit with me for just a few minutes. We’ll discuss your goals, the options that are available to you, and the results you can expect. You will be much happier with your results with the advantage of professional advice.

I look forward to hearing from you. Call 619-295-4545.

-Dr. Marcos Ortega, Dentist

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