When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

There are many tasty treats that can be dangerous to your teeth and oral health. In fact, did you know some treats are so high in acidity levels they are almost the same as a car battery acid levels? Yes, it’s true! Understanding the foods dangerous to your teeth and by avoiding them could help keep your teeth healthy. Our... read more »

If you want the best oral health possible, you should be willing to use all of the different tools at your disposal. You have quite a few different tools available to help you accomplish that goal. But do you use all available resources? One of the best ways to accomplish this goal is to add mouthwash to your oral health... read more »

Healthy tooth enamel is intended to be hard enough to handle biting and chewing most common foods. However, individuals who frequently consume acidic beverages each day or struggle to maintain consistent oral hygiene habits can start to experience problems with tooth enamel erosion. If it goes untreated the compromised teeth could be at increased risk of suffering chips and dental... read more »

Maintaining a healthy mouth is essential for maintaining your quality of life. To address this important fact the American Dental Association recommends that you have a routine dental checkup performed twice each year by a dentist like Dr. Samy Samaan. The outpatient appointment starts with a dental hygienist administering a professional dental cleaning treatment. This also includes a polishing treatment... read more »

The American Association of Endodontists notes that automotive accidents and sports injuries are two of the more common causes of significant dental trauma. In some of these instances, the damage to a single tooth is so severe, that endodontic therapy cannot viably treat it. Patients with a tooth in this condition often need a dentist like Dr. Samy Samaan to... read more »

Long term issues with stress and potential undiagnosed allergies can cause some individuals to clench their jaw and grind their teeth while sleeping. This chronic condition which is also known as bruxism might seem mundane and mildly inconvenient at first. Yet when it goes unaddressed it can lead to significant oral health problems. As time goes on the excessive force... read more »

If you’re trying to decide between over-the-counter and professional at-home teeth whitening treatments, then our dentist, Dr. Samy Samaan, is more than happy to help you. Today, he is happy to discuss the details of and differences between both treatments so you can know more. The more you know, the better chance you have of making the right decision for... read more »

  Are you aware of any ailments or problems that plague your smile? Do you have any teeth damage that stands out and causes more hassle than it may be worth? The good news is, even if you have dental damage to a tooth that may be hard to reach, it can be easily repaired with a cosmetic dentistry procedure.... read more »

If you wish to enhance your smile with a tooth restoration that is designed to completely cap or conceal a damaged tooth as well as provide added protection in the future, a dental crown is a highly effective treatment to consider it. Furthermore, dental crowns can be customized for the look, style, and shape your tooth desires, so it can... read more »