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…
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6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery

When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS are given 6 critical instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you achieve the optimal outcome. This critical knowledge about your dental experience opens up a conversation with…
Affordable Tooth Whitening

One of the easiest and most affordable ways to upgrade your smile is to have your teeth whitened. There are several choices when it comes to tooth whitening systems. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter tooth whitening products at your local drug store, or you can rely on your dentist. Your Dentist Knows…
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers

The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. Now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating,…
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…
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine

The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many Santa Maria…
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?

When people in the Santa Maria area think of diet and oral health, they usually think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these harmful sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the problem. The typical…
5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today

1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only severe tooth decay that can damage a tooth until it is beyond saving. Gum disease that leads to bone loss is just as harmful. Gum disease is caused by a buildup of plaque that creates pockets of infection between the gums and tooth roots. This leads to periodontitis,…
Dental Dictionary App

More and more people are turning to the internet when experiencing new symptoms before they go to their doctor. But how do you know you are getting accurate information? Dental Dictionary is a new reference app that is user friendly to help with any dental questions. You can search any dental term for explanation and…