Tuesday, July 22, 2014

It’s Time for a Stunning Summer Smile Makeover at Smile by Design

Summer is officially in full swing, and it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy everything the warmer weather and beautiful sunshine have to offer. Make sure that you’re ready to soak up the sun and revel in the fun of the season with friends and family when you come to Smile by Design. Conveniently located in Virginia Beach, VA, the practice of Dr. Vinita Folck and Dr. Stephanie Santos can help get your smile ready for pool parties, backyard cookouts, and summer vacation with a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments.

Say Hello to Your Brand New Smile

Many American men and women admit that they would benefit from some level of cosmetic enhancement when it comes to their smiles. Sometimes, it’s a simple matter of stains or yellowing that has them feeling down about their appearance. Deep discoloration caused by coffee, wine, tobacco, and certain medications can make you look and feel years older than you actually are, but professional teeth whitening can help. With the proven power of Zoom! Teeth Whitening, our doctors can help erase years of built-up stains from your smile. You’ll be leaving our office with a revitalized new look and a gorgeous set of pearly whites you can be proud of!

If yellowing isn’t your only concern, you’re not alone. What about problems like fractures in your enamel, mild misalignment, crowding, gaps between teeth, and more? Fortunately, we have a solution for these issues as well. Porcelain veneers are an ideal fix for all kinds of problems all at once, giving you a perfectly proportioned, uniform smile in just two visits. These ultra-thin, durable layers of customized dental porcelain fit right over your natural teeth, giving the gorgeous smile you’ve always wanted with minimal preparation. Whatever you need to feel great about your smile this summer, you’ll find it here at Smile by Design.

Schedule Your Cosmetic Consultation Today


Whether your smile needs a complete transformation or you’d simply like to give it a little boost for summer, our doctors are here to help. Contact our office in Virginia Beach, VA today to schedule your visit with our team, and explore the possibilities of cosmetic dentistry for yourself. We look forward to helping you reveal your most beautiful and confident smile yet. Our practice serves patients from throughout the Virginia Beach area, including Norfolk, Sandbridge, Portsmouth, Fort Story, and beyond. 

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Sleep Apnea Therapy: Get the Restful Night’s Sleep You Want and Deserve

Snoring is a common complaint among partners of men and women with sleep apnea, but this noisy nuisance isn’t the primary reason to treat the underlying condition. Sleep apnea has been linked to a wide range of associated health complications and should be treated to avoid potentially fatal conditions. At Smile by Design in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Stephanie Santos and Dr. Vinita Folck offer a comprehensive solution to sleep apnea and loud snoring in order to help our patients rest well, feel better, and stay healthy.

Complications of Untreated Sleep Apnea

When a patient suffers from obstructive sleep apnea, the tongue and soft tissues of the oral cavity partially or fully block the airway during sleep. The level of oxygen in the blood gradually decreases until the brain sends an urgent signal to the body to wake up and take a full breath. Most patients don’t awaken fully, though they do experience the sensation of lost sleep the next day. Feeling exhausted at work and on the road can be exceedingly dangerous, particularly for individuals who drive long distances or work with heavy machinery. Other complications associated with untreated sleep apnea include the following:

·         Circulatory problems, including high blood pressure
·         Cardiovascular disease
·         Eye conditions, including glaucoma and conjunctivitis
·         Increased risk of complications following surgery
·         Coronary artery disease
·         Stroke
·         Respiratory failure
·         Irregular heartbeat
·         Pulmonary hypertension
·         Complications during pregnancy
·         Chronic headaches
·         Seizures

Improve Your Life with Sleep Apnea Therapy



Contact our office in Virginia Beach, VA today to schedule your consultation with our doctors and our caring, experienced team. We look forward to helping you overcome snoring and sleep apnea in a way that suits your lifestyle and improves your health. Our state-of-the-art dental facility proudly serves patients from the entire Virginia Beach, VA area and nearby communities in Sandbridge, Norfolk, Fort Story, Portsmouth, and more. Our team can’t wait to serve you and your family with exceptional dental care.