To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Doctor McNeil-Amorteguy knows this, and that is why the dental team at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS has made patient comfort our number one goal. In conjunction with creating a calm environment, we have various medications that can decrease and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give…
I’m Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the San Luis Obispo area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants…
Welcome to the Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS blog. I am Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of . Gum disease is a common dental ailment for many people. When gum…
We believe a well-designed smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few problems they wish to correct. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen and…
Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s…
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have problems with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is important to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS are constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is critical, You’ll never hear one of us say ‘Don’t…
Some people’s teeth are whiter than others, but I think it’s safe to say that most of us San Luis Obispo residents want our teeth to be pearly white! If you are one of those people, then Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS can help you achieve that beautiful smile you deserve. Today we want to share some…
Hello, I’m Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy. My dental practice is called Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS. We are located at 4472 Broad St, Suite 160 A in San Luis Obispo, and you can reach us by calling 805-543-3016. I look at smiles everywhere I go. Whether I am working with a dental patient, having dinner at my favorite…
According to the CDC, over 34 million Americans have diabetes. Perhaps you are one of them. Let’s talk about oral health for diabetics. Many Santa Maria individuals with diabetes have dental dilemmas. However, gingivitis (gum disease), and cavities are not unavoidable for those affected by diabetes. Blood Sugar and Oral Health Blood sugar is a…
If you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, or general dentistry, and you’re looking for a San Luis Obispo dentist look no further! Contact our office to schedule a consultation and get the smile you’ve always wanted.
Hours:
| Monday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Friday | Closed - Happy Weekend |
| Saturday | Closed - Happy Weekend |
| Sunday | Closed - Happy Weekend |