When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile

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Life is busy for many San Luis Obispo residents. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done and many are postponed or dropped altogether. Sometimes your car has to wait another 500 miles for an oil change. Or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Or you realize that you’ve…

Do You Have Periodontal Disease?

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Though most California residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees of treatment depending on the…

Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS Works To Earn Your Trust

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Hello! I’m Dr. Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, DDS, of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 1988. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects…

Preventing Tooth Decay

Preventing Tooth Decay in California

Tooth decay remains the most important issue in dental health, and it affects people of all ages. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA we are committed to preventing tooth decay in our patients. It can be an uphill battle sometimes. Tooth decay is caused by bacteria. It merges with plaque and acids…

The 4 Stages of Gum Disease

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You may be wondering why from time to time your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just interested in improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooking when thinking of your…

Do You Eat a Smile-Healthy Diet?

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Do You Eat A Tooth-Healthy Diet? Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern to us at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA. We want all of our patients to enjoy healthy teeth and gums. Keeping your teeth healthy requires thorough brushing and flossing, every single day. Regular cleanings and checkups are also necessary…