Dr. George Markle
Cosmetic Dentistry
San Francisco, CA
45 years experience male
Locations
450 Sutter Street #1919
San Francisco, CA
My office hours
Friday: 10am - 2:00pm
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Insurances accepted
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Aetna Life Insurance Company
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San Francisco, CA
About
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Welcome From Our Office in San Francisco - Cosmetic and General Dentist Dr. George Markle.
We are a people-oriented privately owned Dental Practice in San Francisco, so we look forward to knowing you - as friends as well as patients. Also to provide you with as much information as you need about today's high-tech Dental Services including all phases of General and Cosmetic Dentistry,Invisalign Orthodontics, Dental Implants, braces,fillings,sedation dentistry,teeth whitening,root canal,bridges,dentures,extractions,gum treatments,veneers,laser whitening,crowns, wisdom teeth,TMJ as well as emergency treatment during office hours. We're always available with the latest information in General and Cosmetic Dentistry on our website www.drmarkle.com or an old fashioned phone call would be perfect as well.
Complimentary Nitrous Oxide provided with treatment for your comfort.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dentistry
Licenses
United States: California
Doctor Q&A
19 Answers
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Cosmetic Dentistry 45 years experience
DDS can help: Yes, a dentist trained in treating TMD/TMJ can give you a shot for pain.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Yes: There are no known contraindications to bleaching your teeth with over the counter tooth bleach products.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Relaxation: Halcion (triazolam) is often used as a sedative hypnotic in conjunction with local anesthetic along with nitrous oxide for oral concious sedation at t... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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It's how you use it!: It's the frequency and how well you brush your teeth that is more important than what you use as a toothpaste. Flossing once a day thoroughly and bru... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Not very toxic all: Most toothpaste is not very toxic at all. They generally contain mild detergents and abrasives that when ingested do not cause harm in small amounts.... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Teeth shifted: The reason for taking new moulds is to register the current position of the teeth. This will allow the dentist to create a retainer that fits your tee... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Rest the jaw: Restrict your diet to only soft foods that do not require chewing for 3 days. Take ibuprophen every 4-6hrs. Practice keeping your lips together and ... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Invisalign wearing: It is probably from not wearing your aligners for 2 weeks. Your teeth will begin to go back to their original position as soon as you stop wearing th... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Ouch!: Sensitivity after having your teeth cleaned of lots of tartar at the gumline is not unusual.
Try one of the over the counter toothpaste for sensiti... Read More
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Floss all of your teeth thoroughly once a night before brushing.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Wisdom teeth: Most likely your dentist "doesn't like" the position of her wisdom teeth. Don't try to figure it out without a consultation. Get a copy of the pano ... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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See a dentist: See a dentist ASAP to find out if the tooth can be saved and what your options are before the tooth becomes impossible to salvage.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Not really....but: Sometimes the trauma of an extraction can make it feel like you have an ear problem. An ear infection is caused by bacteria or a virus and not from t... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Very common: Sudden pain while bleaching your teeth with white-strips is a possible sign of tooth decay, gum disease or abcess and should be checked by a dentist.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Probably not....: You will be changing your aligners every 2 weeks so smoking will probably not stain them. Cleaning them thoroughly when you clean your teeth every da... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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It depends on why...: Hormones, acidic foods, stress can all effect mouth mouth ulcers. Canker sores can be viral. It is best to let a dentist council you on the etiology a... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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All toothpastes are : Vegan means that there are no animal products. Most toothpastes fall into that category.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Salt & soda: A mix of baking soda with salt is a good home made toothpaste.Teeth.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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A partial tooth coat: What are veneers?
Veneering a tooth means to cover its facial or front surface. It is actually very similar to placing acrylic fingernails on top of... Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Dec 16, 2012
I have been a patient of Dr.Markle for over ten years. He did my Invisalign braces, wisdom teeth and continues my regular cleanings and check-ups as well. I would highly reccomend him and his staff ...Read More
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Markle is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! Have 1 more online site # on 3D. Bye!
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Thank you Dr. Markle, very helpful - I appreciate it.
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thank you Dr ill start looking for a dentist.
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Graduated 1978MD
Awards
Certification, Invisalign
Affiliations
Academy of General Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
International Association for Orthodontics
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