When you are enthusiastic about reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. Sporadic efforts are scarcely ever effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past but lately, have…
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Five Fast Ways to Improve Your Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look nice. You may not have time to lose any extra weight, but you can significantly beautify your smile using cosmetic dentistry with Deborah…
A Facelift For Your Teeth?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
Today’s article from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS focuses on an effective and versatile cosmetic dental procedure—porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are an extraordinary way to repair a myriad of tooth imperfections such as chips, stains, yellowing, unattractive shapes, or minimal misalignment. Have you ever looked for a…
Can Cosmetic Dentistry Create Perfect Smiles?
Hi! I’m Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, and I’ve been a dentist here in San Luis Obispo since 1988. One of my favorite things about being a dentist is seeing how my patients find renewed confidence in themselves after a smile makeover. If you’ve ever wanted to upgrade your smile, call our office today at 805-543-3016 so…
Sedation Dentistry In San Luis Obispo For Kids And Parents
At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS we know that many San Luis Obispo children are afraid of going to the dentist. I am Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy and my staff and I at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS want to make your child’s first visit to my San Luis Obispo practice a positive experience. Regular dental check-ups from toddler age are…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, it could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene…
Is Mouthwash A Must?
If you’ve ever visited a grocery store dental aisle, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they help meet your oral care needs? Many people…
Thinking About a Smile Makeover?
Welcome to the Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS dental blog! I am Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy. Perhaps you have heard that cosmetic dentistry procedures can completely transform a smile. You may be a little skeptical of the claims, after all, the promise of total transformation is a tall order. Are smile makeovers possible? Absolutely! At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS…
3 Ways To Minimize Candy Intake At Parties
Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a shock collar that’s sensitive to sugar particles. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our patients. Moderation in candy intake…
Teeth Whitening: Do It Right
As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark-colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine, and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Have you considered tooth whitening? Teeth whitening at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS is one…
