Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your…
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Debunking Dental Myths
Today’s Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Santa Maria area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those that…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Categories: Gum Disease
Why should everyone brush at least twice a day? Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS explores why this is critical to her patients’ ongoing oral health. Brushing and flossing are the best ways to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and prohibits the build-up of plaque. If we let…
Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS Teeth Whitening News
Tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS is trained on the latest, safest, and most effective products and systems. If you need up-to-date details on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 805-543-3016. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo, we are excited about the new light tooth whitening…
What Is Laser Dentistry?
The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every California industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and medicine.…
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Twice-yearly dental exams are crucial for keeping your smile in ideal shape! Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, we understand that. But we urge you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important…
Versatile Veneers For A Vivid Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
Have you ever wished you could quickly attach perfectly shaped, dazzling white front surfaces to your teeth? Guess what? You can! With porcelain veneers, you can eliminate smile imperfections in just one visit with Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo. Simple procedure, dramatic results The innovative porcelain veneer is one of the most versatile items…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those men and women who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS is here for you. Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy has been treating this common dilemma for San Luis Obispo residents since 1988. Daily Oral Hygiene The first line of defense against…
How Do You Measure Success?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, we are enthusiastic about success. Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in marvelous outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS shares Doctor McNeil-Amorteguy’s passion for success. For many San Luis Obispo dental patients, success is a routine check-up that reveals…
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Your dental practice would be a very different place if it weren’t for the experienced dental assistants who work there. Today, we would like to consider the importance of these experts who are commonly taken for granted. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more pleasant, they make it effective, efficient, and safe. You, the…
