Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. In this post from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we offer an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Avoid chewing on hard things. Patients should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky.…
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Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy Wants You To Be Healthy And Happy
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we are committed to the dental health of all our valued patients. We emphasize the importance of healthy teeth and gums every time someone settles into one of our chairs. At every checkup, we examine you for any signs of gum disease. In its mildest form,…
How Do Implant Dentures Work?
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental implants are an ideal tooth restoration. They can restore anywhere from one to all missing teeth. Dental implants are available at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into the patient’s jaw. What makes implants so unique is that they actually fuse with…
3 Reliable Steps To Finding The Best Dentist
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Regular cleanings and checkups are part of your first line of defense against dental health issues, so naturally you want to have the best dentist possible. What should you look for? If you’re new in town, or have been looking around for a new dentist, Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA suggests the…
A Wise Investment That Pays Off Every Day
You may not sport a sparkling 3-carat diamond on your finger or zip around town in a shiny Ferrari, but you can flash a celebrity-caliber smile. Cosmetic dentistry from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA is an investment in you, and it pays off every single day. Cosmetic dentistry has been called part…
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?
Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment – what you might call an ugly duckling? No matter how hard you try, it detracts from your smile and is impossible to ignore. We can fix it with cosmetic dentistry at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. Dental bonding is an affordable…
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
This article is about some of the most common conditions that should be discussed with us, at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. There is a solution for each one of these issues. Tooth Decay: This is easily the most common dental problem. Tooth decay – or cavities – occurs when plaque combines…
Bridging The Gap
Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise pleasant smile? At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA we can fill the gap with a dental bridge, and help you get back your sensational smile! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth. It not only…
Creating Beautiful Smiles
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we create beautiful smiles with cosmetic dentistry. It’s been said that cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art. That’s a workable definition. More to the point, though, is that we use sound dental techniques to bring positive changes to the smiles of our patients. Smile…
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Most people brush their teeth every day -at least we hope so! However, there are many who brush incorrectly, not realizing it may be contributing to oral problems. Here are some smart brushing tips from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA: One of the most important things to remember is to use a…
