Will any of our locally advertised Hampton teeth whitening options remove the stains from your teeth? The effectiveness of teeth bleaching in Hampton depends partly on the types of stains. Extrinsic tooth stains are the easiest to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated through the enamel into the dentin. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark-colored…
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Stay Out Of The Newport News Dental Danger Zone
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
You would never consider running a red light on a busy Newport News street or crossing over a lane of orange construction cones on the freeway, but you might be doing some everyday things that are a real danger to your oral health. I’m Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha, a cosmetic dentist serving the Newport News area,…
An Air Dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush, Hampton
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Today in our Hampton general dentistry blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits Hampton area residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best…
Does My Newport News Dentist Care About My Diet?
When people in the Newport News area think of diet and oral health, they probably think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the issue. The typical American…
Celebrity Smiles in Hampton Without The Annoying Paparazzi
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello friends of Port Warwick Dental Arts! Close your eyes. Picture the most beautiful smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this smile memorable? The brilliant color? The beautiful translucency? The pleasing shape? The alignment of the…
If Your Gums Are Swollen And Sore, Call Port Warwick Dental Arts
Categories: Dental Health, Periodontal Treatment
If you are a worried Newport News resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40. Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Port Warwick Dental Arts today at…
The Gift Of Oral Health In Hampton
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Many family dentistry patients in the Hampton area may wonder why, with all the advances in dental medicine, we still send you home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned in our high-tech world, but don’t let their simple design fool you. These tools are the…
Diet Changes for Healthier Teeth In Newport News
Categories: Dental Health, Periodontal Treatment
Hello, I am Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha of Port Warwick Dental Arts in Newport News. Today’s blog topic is ‘How Your Diet Affects Your Smile.’ I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Newport News cosmetic dentistry practice for cleanings, but did you know that making small changes to your diet can improve your…
Saliva And Hampton’s Oral Health
Categories: Dental Health
Hi. I’m Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha. Welcome to my Hampton dental blog. Today we’ll be looking at the complexity and importance of your saliva. Though most people in the Hampton area may think it’s gross, saliva is essential to dental health as well as digestion. Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it…
Energy Drink Warning For Newport News
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Hello. I’m Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha Welcome to my Newport News dental blog. Today’s topic is energy drinks and the damage they can cause to your teeth. I am seeing more and more Newport News teens and adults with tooth enamel erosion caused by frequent consumption of sport drinks. Most of these cosmetic dentistry patients take good…