At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA, we remind our patients that good dental health is the result of two things: what we do in our office and what you do at home. We recommend regular cleanings and checkups here at the office: on average, every six months. Your teeth get a thorough cleaning,…
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Do You Eat a Smile-Healthy Diet?

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…
Bright And Healthy Smiles

Bright Healthy Smiles Bright and healthy smiles are more attractive than dull and yellow ones: you won’t get much disagreement there. Everybody likes to see a pleasing smile, and having beautiful teeth is also healthy for your self esteem. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obispo CA, we create bright and healthy smiles every…
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore

This message from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA focuses on a very serious issue: oral cancer. Oral cancer claims tens of thousands of lives each year, which is why it’s important to stay on top of the signs. Early detection can make all the difference! At home, you can pay attention for…
Peace Of Mind At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy

At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are some ways we are committed…
Holidays Bring Dental Health Hazards

At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth

Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. In this post from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we offer an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Avoid chewing on hard things. Patients should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky.…
Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy Wants You To Be Healthy And Happy

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,…
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…