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,…
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3 Reliable Steps To Finding The Best Dentist

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…
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist

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…
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing

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…
Where Style And Oral Health Combine

At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we focus on cosmetic dentistry and patient-centered dental care. Today, we wanted to talk to you about the potential health benefits that cosmetic dentistry could bring you! We know that the term ‘cosmetic’ might be fitting, but it can also be misleading. Most cosmetic dentistry procedures…
Dental Problem? There Is Always A Solution!

A healthy, pleasing smile can have a positive impact on anyone’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. If dental problems have dulled your smile, cosmetic dentistry from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA can revive it. It’s been said that cosmetic dentistry is part science and…
Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste

At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we urge all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth at least twice a day. This very good habit is the single most important thing you can do to maintain your dental health. But, what kind of toothpaste should you use? There is no…
Afraid of the Dentist? 4 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety

If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental…
Bad Breath Treatment

Do you worry that you have bad breath? At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA we help our patients with this unpleasant, annoying, and potentially embarrassing condition. If you have bad breath, the first thing to do is make sure you are cleaning your teeth, gums, and tongue thoroughly. This does not mean…
Captivate Audiences Once Again

Remember when being a five-year-old with a few missing teeth charmed friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. we can restore missing teeth with lifelike dental implants. A single-tooth dental implant consists of three parts: the implant…