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Harness the Magic of Your Smile: Crafting Memorable Encounters with a Simple Grin

Harness the Magic of Your Smile: Crafting Memorable Encounters with a Simple Grin

In the vibrant tapestry of daily life, there's a hidden gem often overlooked yet immensely powerful—the confidence that radiates from a well-crafted smile. Cosmetic dentistry, far more than a mere aesthetic enhancement, is a gateway to newfound self-assurance and poise. Imagine walking down a bustling city street, your smile not just a part of your attire but a reflection of a rejuvenated inner self, thanks to the meticulous artistry of cosmetic dental procedures.

This isn't just about a brighter, whiter smile. It's about the transformative journey towards embracing your true potential, unhindered by insecurities. It's about the renewed vigor with which you approach personal and professional encounters, all stemming from the confidence a beautiful smile instills.

As Philips Sonicare's survey reveals, nearly half of us notice a smile first. With cosmetic dentistry's magic at your fingertips, that first impression can become your most impactful one. Embrace this journey with us, and let your smile narrate your story of confidence and charisma.


The Hidden Secret of Dental Health: A Leading Cosmetic Dentist’s Perspective on Brushing

The Hidden Secret of Dental Health: A Leading Cosmetic Dentist’s Perspective on Brushing

Dr. Samsavar, a renowned figure in cosmetic dentistry, shares a pivotal tip: delay brushing for 30 minutes after eating acidic foods. This practice protects the softened enamel from damage. In this waiting period, rinsing with water aids in neutralizing acids and begins the enamel’s remineralization. Embrace this insightful shift in your dental routine for a healthier, stronger smile. Share your experiences with this method and let's discuss more innovative oral care strategies!

Unveiling the Truth About Alcohol-Based Mouthwashes: Rethinking Oral Hygiene

Unveiling the Truth About Alcohol-Based Mouthwashes: Rethinking Oral Hygiene

Mouthwash: A Fiery Friend?

Brushed and flossed, you cap the night with a swig of mouthwash, expecting refreshment. But then comes the sting. Is this the hidden cost of a minty-fresh smile?

I'm Dr. Samsavar, shedding light on the fiery debate about alcohol in mouthwashes. It's time to question: Is your mouthwash a friend or a foe to your oral health?

Can You Have Dental Veneers On The Lower Jaw? A Deep Dive Into Comprehensive Smile Design

Can You Have Dental Veneers On The Lower Jaw? A Deep Dive Into Comprehensive Smile Design

Can you have dental veneers on the lower jaw?" Journey with us and Dr. Samsavar as we explore the holistic potential of veneers in cosmetic dentistry. Discover how these transformative agents not only enhance aesthetics but also shape the narratives of our smiles, offering a promise of balance, confidence, and a radiant expression that truly resonates.

Unlocking the Perfect Veneer Shade: Your Guide to a Radiant Smile

Unlocking the Perfect Veneer Shade: Your Guide to a Radiant Smile

Ever been captivated by those gleaming smiles in teeth-whitening ads and wondered, "Can my smile be that luminous?" Or perhaps you've toyed with the idea of getting veneers but felt overwhelmed by the myriad of white shades available? Look no further; this is your golden ticket. Dive into our detailed guide on how to handpick the most fitting veneer shade for that stunning, impeccable smile you've always yearned for.

Cracking the Code to the Perfect Veneer Shape: Unveiling Your Best Smile

Cracking the Code to the Perfect Veneer Shape: Unveiling Your Best Smile

Unlock the secret behind Hollywood's dazzling smiles with the porcelain veneer procedure. Beyond material and hue, it's the veneer's shape that crafts your smile's narrative. From the masculine edge to the feminine curve, Dr. Samsavar of Bellevue guides you in choosing the perfect silhouette tailored to your facial contours. Discover the artistry behind the ideal smile and embrace the transformation awaiting you

How to choose a cosmetic dentist? (7 Important points to consider)

How to choose a cosmetic dentist? (7 Important points to consider)

A good cosmetic dentist has the eyes of an artist and the precision of a microsurgeon.

With the increase in demand for cosmetic dentistry, it is more important than ever to choose your specialist carefully. Your cosmetic dentist's qualifications are critically important when making this decision.

Following are the 7 important points to consider when choosing a Cosmetic Dentist.

Smile Makeover in One Appointment (Bondings)

Smile Makeover in One Appointment (Bondings)

Adhesive Bonding or Direct Composite Bonding refers to a procedure that uses direct restorative material, attaching it to a tooth. An etchant roughens the surface of the tooth, a bonding agent, and a high-intensity light are used to adhere this material to the teeth.

The material that is used for direct composite or bonding is the same material that is used for tooth-color fillings.

COVID 19 and our office.

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To our valued patients, we hope you and your family are well in the midst of this unusual holiday season. Our community has been through a lot the last few months, and new restrictions are beginning to weigh on many of us. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: Our commitment to your Safety.

The additional precautions we put in place here at our office in the spring have been effective and we will continue to go above and beyond to ensure your safety and health. Here are the exacting protocols which include:

One patient, One Dentist, One chair

-Advanced Patient Screening emailed to all patients before their appointment

-Doorbell installed to enter into the office

-No one but our scheduled patient is allowed into our office

-Screening questions are asked upon entering the office

-Temperatures taken for each patient upon entering the office

-Hand sanitizer used by each patient upon entering the office

-Mask and gloves are readily available for each patient to use before entering the office

-Hand sanitizers readily available for each patient to use through-out the office 

-HEPA Certified Air filtration systems installed in several locations in the office

-State-of-the-art Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

-Complete sanitation of the rooms after each patient

-Three-step equipment preparation and high-temperature sterilization is used to clean all our instruments and equipment after each patient

-Distilled water used to wash all equipment after each patient

-Distilled water used for all procedures done for each patient

-Plastic covering for X-ray equipment that is thrown away after each patient

-Plastic covering for all chairs that get sanitized after each patient

Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow these strict guidelines to make sure that our infection control procedures are current and adhere to each agencies' recommendations.

Taking care of you is our number one priority. You are Safe at our office. We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take and have taken to keep you and all our patients safe and healthy in our practice.

Nail Biting Can Ruin Your Teeth

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Are you a nervous nail biter? Don't worry, you're not alone. While it's more common amongst children and adolescents, studies have found that anywhere from nearly a third to almost half of the population bite their nails.

Nowadays, nail-biting - also known as onychophagia - is considered a chronic or compulsive habit. Scientists have found a wide variety of reasons drive people to engage in the act, some of which include stress relief, perfectionism, and even a genetic predisposition to repetitive behaviors.

How Nail Biting Affects Your Health

Whatever the reason may be, you should know that nail-biting can be harmful to your health for three key reasons:

1.      Abnormal Nails. Damaging your nails can cause them to grow abnormally.

2.      Germs & Illnesses. The bacteria hiding in your damaged nails and skin can make you ill.

3.      Damaged Teeth. Nail-biting is harmful to your oral health and can damage your teeth.

To further explain the third reason, here are some of the ways that nail-biting can affect your teeth:

·        Structural Damage. Nail-biting can cause your teeth to chip, crack, and erode the enamel.

·        Malocclusions. Constant nail-biting can result in your teeth shifting place, resulting in a misaligned bite (malocclusion) or gaps between your teeth.

·        Root Resorption. The frequent movement of teeth caused by nail-biting can result in root resorption - having the roots of your teeth reabsorbed into your body. Your weakened teeth are then at a much higher risk of falling out.

·        Gingivitis. Gum disease can result from the dirt and germs hiding in your broken nails and the damaged skin around the nailbed.

·        Bruxism. Nail-biting has also been linked to bruxism, the act of grinding or clenching your teeth, which can lead to headaches and jaw pain.

Breaking the Habit

Now that you know how harmful nail-biting can be, there are several strategies you can employ to break the habit. For example:

·        Trim and groom your nails frequently so that you have nothing to bite.

·        Getting a manicure can make you less inclined to ruin your nails.  

·        Use a special nail polish with an unpleasant taste to discourage the behavior.

·        Track what triggers you to engage in the act and become more mindful of when it happens to break the cycle.

·        Replace the habit with something less harmful, such as using a stress ball to curb the urge to fidget or chew gum to keep your mouth busy.

·        Cover your nails with gloves or a Band-Aid to discourage biting. 

·        Consider wearing a retainer to impede your ability to bite.

If these methods fail to yield results, try reaching out to your doctor or dentist to discuss any additional treatment options available. Together we can solve the problem and keep your mouth healthy. 

The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.

© Aalam Samsavar DDS and www.drsamsavar.com, 2019. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.

Clean Tongue, Stay Young

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Did your parents ever threaten to wash your tongue with soap? While it won't cleanse your language, a regular tongue cleaning can help with your overall oral hygiene - just don't use soap!

Most people think they only need to worry about brushing and flossing, but properly caring for your tongue plays a vital role in controlling the bacteria causing bad breath and tooth decay. It can also help with your digestive health since your tongue is involved in the first stage of the digestive process.

What's on Your Tongue?

Your tongue is home to more bacteria than most places in your body, so daily cleaning is an excellent idea. It's primarily made of muscles, glands, and fat, all of which is wrapped up in a mucous membrane. The top of your tongue is called the dorsum, and it contains tiny papillae - nodes that hold your taste buds.

Those papillae structures also mean that your tongue isn't a flat surface. Instead, there are numerous cracks and crevices between the nodes, providing the perfect place for bacteria to hide and flourish. Those hiding spaces also make it difficult for mouthwashes and rinsing to effectively clean your tongue, which is why special tools are needed to really clean it well.

Tongue cleaning is actually a long-standing and ancient practice in some cultures in Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America. For instance, Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India, includes tongue-scraping as part of its daily recommended hygiene practices.

Throughout history, in different parts of the world, various tools for cleaning the tongue have been created from materials like metals, ivory, whalebone, and more. Today, those tools are most often made from plastic or stainless steel, and they can be found at your local store in the same aisle as other dental care products.

How to Clean Your Tongue

The best time to clean your tongue is after brushing your teeth but before you rinse out the toothpaste. The best method is to use a tongue scraper. Just stick out your tongue, place the rounded end of the tool as near to the back of your tongue as you can bear, and then slowly pull it forward. Rinse the tool and repeat as needed to clean the entire surface of your tongue. Make sure to use less pressure next time if your tongue feels sore afterwards.

Tongue cleaning is best practiced at least once daily, alongside regularly brushing and flossing. If you have any questions, we are always your best source of information and can provide you with guidance on the kind of tools and techniques that will work best for you.

The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.

© Aalam Samsavar DDS and www.drsamsavar.com, 2019. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.

The Truth About Charcoal

The Truth About Charcoal

If you've used charcoal powder to whiten your teeth, then you know that it's messy stuff. It stains your toothbrush black and your mouth will look truly horrifying until you rinse it out.

Activated charcoal is currently being touted as the latest must-have health and beauty fad, especially when it comes to tooth whitening. But is there any truth to its much-hyped abilities or is this just another gimmick to sell you snake oil?

Defeating Halitosis/ Bad-breath.

Defeating Halitosis/ Bad-breath.

 

IF YOU SUFFER FROM BAD BREATH, YOU'RE NOT ALONE. You may even have developed a few strategies to help manage it. For instance, you might carry a pack of gum to refresh your breath, or maybe you surreptitiously pop a breath mint in the middle of a conversation to offer one to a colleague without causing embarrassment.  

 No one likes bad breath, but everyone suffers from it after eating certain foods known for their pungent aromas. For others, however, the condition might be more chronic. The best way to deal with the problem is to address the root cause - so what causes bad breath?

Bruxing The Teeth. It Is Not Always About The Stress.

Bruxing The Teeth. It Is Not Always About The Stress.

It was about a month ago that Jerry came in for consultation. He was not happy about the way his teeth looked and wanted his smile to look more attractive for his daughter’s Wedding. Jerry was in his late 50’s. He had a history of high blood pressure. He occasionally took sleeping meds as he suffered from insomnia. “I am irritable and tired sometimes Dr. Samsavar. Life is stressful and I grind my teeth. That is why my other dentist made me a nightguard.” Jerry said.  

Making Halloween Healthy For Your Teeth

Making Halloween Healthy For Your Teeth

HALLOWEEN IS ONE OF the most highly anticipated holidays of the year, and it’s almost here! This holiday sees kids, teens, and even adults consuming far more sugar than they would any other time, coming in second only to Easter. The problem with this is that sugar is the favorite food of the harmful bacteria living in our mouths, which means eating all these treats is very bad for our oral health.