A damaged or incomplete smile affects more than just your looks. Missing teeth can impact your confidence, your ability to eat and speak comfortably, and even your overall quality of life. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, DDS, we believe everyone deserves to smile fully again. Dentures are a trusted and modern solution for restoring not only your…
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Preventing Bone Loss with Dental Implants

Missing teeth aren’t just a dental issue—they can impact your oral health, appearance, and overall well-being. At the dental practice of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, DDS, we understand how tooth loss can lead to declines in jawbone strength and other complications over time. If you’ve experienced tooth loss, replacing those teeth isn’t just about restoring your smile—it’s…
New Year, New Smile: Restorative Dentistry with Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, DDS

The new year is an ideal time to set goals that boost confidence, health, and well-being. If you’re dealing with missing teeth, damaged teeth, or other dental issues, consider making smile restoration your New Year’s resolution. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, DDS, in San Luis Obispo, CA, we specialize in restorative dentistry to help you regain a…
6 Ways To Improve Your Smile

Who would say no to a prettier smile? I am guessing no one, and now with all of the amazing cosmetic dentistry procedures available from Santa Maria area cosmetic dentists, most individuals can get the smile they want. I’m Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, a local San Luis Obispo dentist, and I want my patients to have…
Can You Completely Restore a Smile With Several Missing Teeth?

Dental techniques and materials have advanced to a point where total and near-total mouth reconstruction is possible right here in the Santa Maria area. Under the skilled care of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, patients can expect personalized treatment plans and exceptional results. Tooth Roots Permanently Anchored Unlike standard removable dentures, total mouth reconstruction requires strong, functional,…
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry treatments from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS offer many fantastic possibilities for San Luis Obispo residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked but require no orthodontic work,…
5 Smile Makeover Questions For San Luis Obispo Smiles

If you are considering a multi-procedure smile transformation or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, our smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific services required to achieve your perfect smile. Doctor Deborah…
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…
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…
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…