If you’re snoring loudly at night and exhausted during the day, sleep apnea may be to blame. Sleep apnea, episodes when breathing stops during sleep, can wake you and your partner and cause you to fall asleep during the day. But sleep apnea is more than an annoyance – it can be fatal. “You are…
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What Is Laser Dentistry?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
The word ‘LASER’ is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly-concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every industry including communications, researching, manufacturing, entertainment and medicine. Lasers are…
Beware Of An Acidic Diet In Hampton
Categories: Dental Health
Most Hampton folks don’t often think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with chemical processes that occur continually. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior is made of…
Port Warwick Dental Arts Can Make Your Whites Whiter
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
Hi, I’m Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha, an experienced general and cosmetic dentist serving the greater Newport News area. One of the most common requests I get from my dental patients is whiter teeth. I am happy to say that Newport News area dental patients are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening because cosmetic dentistry procedures…
Hampton Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Categories: Dental Health, Periodontal Treatment
Attention Hampton area dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. Virginia scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily…
Port Warwick Dental Arts Tooth Tips For Traveling
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
If you live in the Hampton area and are planning to take a vacation or business trip soon, I recommend you coordinate your dental care with your travel schedule. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your Hampton area dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking…
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…
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…
Dental Crowns Can Restore Your Newport News Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A dental crown is a versatile dental restoration because it can be used in a variety of different ways. A dental crown can bring strength and stability to a tooth that is weakened through injury or decay. It may restore function and aesthetics to a tooth that is severely worn down. Dental crowns can be…