Hello, I’m Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy. My dental practice is called Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS. We are located at 1250 Peach St Ste F 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 restaurant,…
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Oral Health For San Luis Obispo Diabetics

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…
Is Your Smile Holding You Back?

Have you ever taken an unanticipated trip to the supermarket looking completely disheveled in a rush to purchase an emergency item–say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your sloppy sweatpants and stained…
The Vital Link Between Oral Health and Overall Well-being in Santa Maria

In the intricate tapestry of our body’s health, a thread often overlooked is the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being. As the gateway to our body, our oral cavity is pivotal in influencing our general health. Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, nestled in the heart of Santa Maria, is at the forefront of understanding and…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile

Hi, I’m Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS. If you are one of my patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My Compassionate team and I love taking care of our valued patients in the San Luis Obispo area. Today’s article is for smiles that are overdue for…
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?

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…
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS

The first dental license was issued 150 years ago. It’s been a minute! At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA, we think it’s high time all our patients had a history lesson. After all, dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past century and a half. There…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?

This blog post from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA focuses on professional teeth cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already brush and floss every day at home. The answer is yes: both are important, because they work together to maintain your dental health. We encourage…
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You

In today’s Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used to…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing

After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could influence your smile, such as tooth decay, periodontitis…