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Are You Ready to Smile Again, San Diego?

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

Are You Ready to Smile Again, San Diego? Most San Diego residents have plenty of things to smile about.

However, there are some folks who avoid smiling at all costs. Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unsightly teeth for years?

It’s time to take care of those tooth problems and get a new lease on life.

Dr. Marcos Ortega at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego can make it happen!

If you are missing one or more teeth, and live in the San Diego area, talk to us about dental implants. A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that includes both root and crown. Because it is anchored into the jawbone, it looks and feels like a natural tooth.

Are your teeth yellow or gray? Have your teeth whitened at our San Diego dental practice and experience an instant transformation.

Many of your friends and neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers. They correct several types of imperfections and can be applied in just one visit to our dental office.

Dr. Marcos Ortega
Marcos Ortega DDS
http://www.MySanDiegoSmiles.com

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San Diego Cosmetic Dental Artistry

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

San Diego Cosmetic Dental Artistry San Diego cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art.

I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega of Marcos Ortega DDS and enjoy using my extensive dental training and specialized artistic skills to design treatment plans unique to each of my San Diego cosmetic dental clients.

In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, I do much more than recommend specific procedures. I consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. In order to create a balanced look, the facial shape and coloring is taken into account. The San Diego dentistry client’s age, health condition and lifestyle all influence the plan.

At Marcos Ortega DDS, there is no one size fits all treatment plan.

My artistic abilities have been perfected over several years of creating smile transformations for my cosmetic dentistry clients. I am constantly receiving the latest training in new techniques and materials.

Even fairly recent cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and porcelain veneers have advanced considerably. Dental implants are a truly remarkable solution for our California dental clients who have lost one or more teeth.

I would love to design a personalized smile makeover for you. When the work has been completed and you are enjoying your new look, it will only be obvious to those who see you all the time. Others will assume you have always been blessed with a naturally beautiful and healthy smile.

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Gummy Smile?

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

Gummy Smile? Many San Diego cosmetic dentistry patients with a gummy smile undergo crown lengthening surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smile. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does not affect healthy tooth structure.

A ‘gummy smile’ is a term used to describe a smile with teeth that appear too short because an unusual amount of bone and soft tissue hide part of the crown. Our San Diego cosmetic dental patients who have opted for crown lengthening love how their new perfect smile looks and feels. Some of our crown lengthening clients also choose teeth whitening for an extra-dazzling smile!

Crown lengthening is not used solely for cosmetic reasons. When a tooth is injured and breaks at the gum line or if a filling or crown comes off a tooth that contains decay, crown lengthening makes additional tooth structure accessible for further restorative work. It is also used to treat some types of periodontal disease.

At Marcos Ortega DDS, we perform cosmetic and restorative crown lengthening for patients in the San Diego area. The surgery can be performed by a general dentist, periodontist or oral surgeon.

If you are interested in crown lengthening or other cosmetic dental procedures and live in the San Diego area, schedule an exam with Dr. Marcos Ortega by calling 619-295-4545. We are conveniently located at 306 Walnut Ave., Suite 25 in San Diego. When you come in, we can show you before and after photos of California cosmetic dentistry clients who are enjoying their new smile.

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Marcos Ortega DDS on Jaw Bone Deterioration

Saturday, May 16th, 2009

San Diego Jaw Bone Deterioration To remain dense, your jaw bone requires the continual stimulation and pressure of chewing, biting and talking. Each of your teeth has a root structure attached to the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it stimulates the bone to which the root is attached.

When a tooth is extracted, the jaw bone that previously surrounded the root structure begins to recede. Though tooth extraction is often the only possible treatment for our San Diego patients with tooth damage beyond repair, every effort should be made to preserve the root structure.

Fortunately, tooth implants provide a new root which keeps the surrounding bone healthy and strong. A dental implant consists of a titanium post which is placed in the jaw bone. It replaces the original root and eventually integrates into the surrounding bone. After the implant has been placed and the surrounding bone has healed and meshed with the implant, a post is inserted into the implant. The new artificial tooth, or crown, is then attached to the post. Implant restoration is a safe and effective treatment for tooth loss.

To learn more about dental implants, call Dr. Marcos Ortega at 619-295-4545. The friendly professionals at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego provide world-class dental treatment for patients in San Diego and the surrounding areas.

Achieving Health and Beauty with Modern Dentistry

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Dental Crowns at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego

Saturday, April 25th, 2009

Dental Crowns at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them into their gums (Oral sedation, anyone?).

Porcelain crowns were first used in the 1800s. With the refining of metal casting methods in the 1900s, crown dentistry advanced significantly.

Today, crowns are strong, comfortable and are made to match your surrounding teeth.

Dental crowns (also called caps) cover the entire visible portion of the tooth and are cemented in place. Crowns are used to strengthen teeth that have been worn down or weakened by decay or injury. Crowns are also used to restore the original shape of a tooth or solely to improve the appearance of a tooth.

The most common types of crowns are:

  • All-porcelain (ceramic)
  • Porcelain-fused-to-metal
  • Gold

The material used is determined by several factors. If you suspect you need a crown, want to replace an old crown, or want to learn about other cosmetic dentistry procedures, call Dentist Dr. Marcos Ortega at 619-295-4545. Marcos Ortega DDS is located at 306 Walnut Ave., Suite 25 in San Diego. We have been serving clients in the San Diego area since 1986. We can recommend the best tooth restoration or cosmetic dentistry option for you.

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Cosmetic Dentistry Options

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

Cosmetic Dentistry Options Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many exciting possibilities.

The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal.

If your teeth are slightly crooked, but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer. Porcelain teeth veneers are translucent, wafer-thin covers that are permanently attached to the front of teeth, correcting chips and stains. Prepless veneers do not require the removal of tooth structure.

If your teeth are more than slightly crooked, it’s not too late for braces. Patients of all ages are undergoing orthodontic treatment and achieving fantastic results. The newest braces are less noticeable, more comfortable and bring teeth into alignment much faster than old-school metal braces.

Has gum recession caused the metal base of an old crown to be visible? Soft tissue grafts and crown replacement can correct this problem.

Are you missing one or more teeth? One of the best tooth replacement options is a dental implant. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

Can you envision yourself with a dental makeover?
Call Marcos Ortega DDS at 619-295-4545 to discuss your cosmetic dentistry options.

Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS
http://www.MySanDiegoSmiles.com

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Creating Beautiful Smiles At Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

Creating beautiful San Diego smiles at Marcos Ortega DDS I am glad you found our blog! I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS, of Marcos Ortega DDS, a full-service dental practice in San Diego. I am a proud member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable San Diego dental care for my patients. I began serving California cosmetic dentistry patients in the San Diego area back in 1986. Since that time, my profession has undergone dramatic changes which have benefited my teeth whitening patients and tooth restoration patients in Hillcrest, Mission Hills and Mission Valley.

My specialty in San Diego is cosmetic and sedation dentistry, but I also perform many porcelain veneers, dental crowns and Invisalign invisible braces for my Hillcrest, Mission Hills and Mission Valley patients.

I know my San Diego dentistry clients have many choices for their dental care, and we work hard every day to surpass expectations.

I build long-term relationships with my Bankers Hill, Mission Valley and Mission Hills cosmetic dentistry patients. I constantly educate myself on the latest procedures to determine what is truly innovative and what is merely a gimmick. My cosmetic dentistry patients appreciate the time I take to thoroughly analyze their total oral health. My staff enjoys keeping my San Diego family dentistry practice running smoothly so I can concentrate on what I do best—serving my patients!

Dr. Marcos Ortega, DDS

619-295-4545

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San Diego Smile Makeovers at Marcos Ortega DDS

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008

San Diego Smile Makeovers at Marcos Ortega DDS

Many California residents have experienced a boost in self-confidence by undergoing restorative or cosmetic dentistry at Marcos Ortega DDS in San Diego. I’m Dr. Marcos Ortega at Marcos Ortega DDS. Nothing gives me more satisfaction than helping San Diego cosmetic dentistry patients dramatically improve their smile and overall health with the latest tooth restoration procedures to correct dental problems and imperfections.

I enjoy consulting with my Hillcrest, Mission Hills, Mission Valley, and Bankers Hill cosmetic dentistry patients to create personalized California smile makeover treatment plans. At Marcos Ortega DDS, the treatment plan may include tooth bonding, porcelain veneers, or dental implants. For San Diego dental patients with old or damaged crowns, we can provide beautiful new dental crowns. Tooth-colored dental fillings are popular for our California cosmetic dentistry patients who are happy to be free of unsightly old silver fillings. It is important to be examined by your San Diego dentist regularly to check your previous dental work, including fillings, tooth bonding, veneers, crowns and bridges.

At Marcos Ortega DDS, we can tailor a cosmetic or restorative dental treatment plan to fit your budget. San Diego tooth whitening is a surprisingly affordable way to attain a mega-watt smile without spending a lot.

Restorative and cosmetic dentistry can relieve pain, correct bite issues, and prevent future problems. A San Diego smile makeover is an investment in yourself that you will enjoy every day for many years to come. If you have ever wondered what cosmetic dentistry can do for you, or have some dental concerns, call Marcos Ortega DDS at 619-295-4545 to schedule a thorough exam and consultation.

The world always looks brighter from behind a smile.

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