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Lisa Marie Samaha, DDS, PC
Port Warwick Dental Arts Center for Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Medicine
251 Nat Turner Boulevard
Newport News, Virginia 23606
Phone: (757) 223-9270 Fax: (757) 223-9264
Email: samahadds@pwdentalarts.com
Website: pwdentalarts.com
Professional Education
- United States Coast Guard Dental Clinic, General Dental Internship, Yorktown, VA, 1981-1982
- Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia, Doctor of Dental Surgery, (DDS) 1978-1982
- Virginia Commonwealth University, Bachelor of Arts, English, (Magna Cum Laude), 1974-1977
Professional Awards And Honors
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Boston GEMS Conference, 2008
- Certification, DNA-PCR Testing, 2007
- Official Spokesperson, Centers for Dental Medicine, 2005
- Port Warwick Dental Arts, designated as a Center for Dental Medicine, 2005-present
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 2004-present
- Academy of General Dentistry, Fellowship Award, (FAGD), 1995
- Peninsula Dental Society, Children’s Dental Health Month Citations, 1982-1992
- Virginia Department of Public Health, Children’s Dental Health Month Citations, 1982-1990
- Commonwealth of Virginia, Rural Dental Health Scholarship, 1979-1981
- Virginia Commonwealth University, Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society, 1977
- Virginia Commonwealth University, Outstanding English Major Award, 1976
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Jan 2010-present
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, Jan 2010-present
- American Association of Contemporary Esthetics, 2009-present
- International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, 2008-present
- Perio Arts Institute, Founder and Director, 2006-present
- Perio Arts Research, Founder and Director, 2007-present
- Perio Passion! Seminars, AGD/PACE approved provider, Director, 2007-present
- Crown Council, 2005-present
- Port Warwick Dental Arts Center for Dental Medicine, Owner, 2005-present
- American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry, 2004-present
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, 2004-present
- Organization for Computerized Dentistry, 2001-2006
- American Academy of Periodontology, Associate Member, 1989-present
- American Dental Association, 1982-present
- Virginia Dental Association, 1982-present
- Peninsula Dental Society, 1982-present
- Academy of General Dentistry, 1982-present
- American Association of Women Dentists, 1982-present
- American Association of Dental Anthropology, 1982-2002
- Academy for Sports Dentistry, 1991-2002
- Anorexia Bulimia Association of Virginia, Board Member 1993
Professional Positions
- Perio Arts Institute, Founder and Director, 2006-present
- Perio Arts Research, Founder and Director, 2007-present
- Perio Passion! Seminars, Founder and Director, 2007-present
- Port Warwick Dental Arts Center for Dental Medicine, 2005-present
- American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry, 2004-present
- Private Practice, General Dentistry, Port Warwick Dental Arts, Newport News, Virginia, 2002-present
- Private Practice, General Dentistry, Denbigh Professional Park, Newport News, Virginia, 1982-2002
- Port Warwick Dental Arts Institute for Advanced Training, Founder and Director, 2006-present
- Official National Spokesperson, Centers for Dental Medicine, 2005-present
- Continuing Education Representative, Academy of General Dentistry, Peninsula Region, 2003-present
- Advisor, Medical Careers Institute, Newport News, Virginia, 2002-present
- Chief Dental Consultant, Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News, Virginia, 1986-2003
- Advisor, Dental Auxiliary Educational Program, Tidewater Technical Institute, 1996-2000
- Representative, Academy for Sports Dentistry, “Oral Health 2000 Symposium,” Washington, D.C., 1993
- Spokesperson, Academy for Sports Dentistry, Legislative Affairs Committee, 1993-1999
- Member, Editorial Review Board, The Virginia Dental Journal, 1993-present
- Member, Committee on Dental Health and Public Information, Peninsula Dental Society, 1982-1995
- Dental Advisor, Board member, Anorexia Bulimia Association of Virginia, 1993-1994
- Dental Advisor, Health Advisory Board, City School System, Newport News, Virginia, 1990-1994
- Member, Committee on Professionalism and Ethics, Virginia Dental Association, 1985-1994
- Chairperson, Committee on Professionalism and Ethics, Peninsula Dental Society, 1985-1994
- Chairperson, Subcommittee on Sports Dentistry, Virginia Dental Association, 1992-1993
- Chairperson, Subcommittee on Sports Dentistry, Peninsula Dental Society, 1992-1993
- Member, Committee on Dental Health and Public Information, Virginia Dental Association, 1985-1989
- Member, Planning Committee, Virginia Dental Association, 1986-1988
- Chairperson, Committee on Dental Health and Public Information, Peninsula Dental Society, 1985-1987
- Spokesperson for Dental Health, Dental Health and Public Information Committee, Peninsula Dental Society, 1985-1987
- Delegate or Alternate Delegate, Virginia Dental Association, 1983-1987
Professional Publications
- “Newport News Dentist with a Passion for the Art of Dentistry...and Art Itself” Doctor of Dentistry, cover story, Nov/Dec 2008
- “A Passion for Perio in the Cosmetic Dental Practice?” Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, pending publication
- “Rescue from Lebanon...A Lecture for Wartime” Virginia Dental Journal, Virginia Dental Association, Oct 2006
- “Rescue from Lebanon...Building Brides of Understanding” Woman Dentist Journal, American Association of Women Dentists, Oct 2006
- “Periodontal Nutrition...Healing from the Inside-out” Woman Dentist Journal, American Association of Women Dentists, May 2006
- “Branding...With the Dental Artist’s Brush,” Woman Dentist Journal, American Association of Women Dentists, June 2004
- “The Dental Professional’s Responsibility in Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse,” The Virginia Dental Journal, Virginia Dental Association, February-March 1994
- “Report on Oral Health 2000 Consortium,” The Academy for Sports Dentistry Newsletter, Winter 1993
- “Interprofessional Communications: How Best to Care for Our Mutual Patients,” The Physician’s Update, Physician’s Newsletter of Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1993
- “Orofacial Injury Relative to Sporting Activity: How Can Interested Members of the Virginia Dental Association Become Involved?” The Virginia Dental Journal, 1992: Volume 69, Number 3
- “Dental Emergencies and the Expectant Woman,” The Physician’s Update, Physician’s Newsletter of Mary Immaculate Hospital, September 1992
- “Antibiotic Prophylaxis as it Relates to Dental Treatment,” The Physician’s Update, Physician’s Newsletter of Mary Immaculate Hospital, July 1991
Professional Presentations
- “Periodontal Nutrition, Blood testing and DNA testing,” Dental Concierge Oral - Systemic Symposium, Reno, Nevada, Jan 2010
- “Leading-Edge Periodontal Protocol: Periodontal Nutrition and Blood Testing,” Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics, Scottsdale, Arizona, Nov 2009
- “PerioPassion!” 16 hour, AGD/PACE approved National Seminar Series, Perio Arts Institute, Oct 2007, April 2008, Oct 2008, Dec 2008, Feb 2009, April 2009, Aug 2009, Oct 2009, Dec 2009, April 2010
- “PerioPassion!” 16 hour, AGD/PACE approved DVD self-instructional program, Perio Arts Institute, Distribution began: April 2009
- “A Passion for Perio in the Cosmetic Dental Practice?” DVD, October 2007
- “Treatment Presentation for Dr. Tonya Long,” DVD, October 2007
- “Oral Cancer Story,” with Maria Luinetti, DVD, October 2007
- “Blood Testing and Periodontal Disease Protocol,” with Vivian Reynolds, DVD, October 2007
- “Nutritional Supplementation and Periodontal Disease Protocol,” with Michelle Kahle, DVD, October 2007
- “Patient Interviews about Dr Lisa Marie Samaha and her Periodontal Protocol,” Mike Trowbridge, Janna Matherly, Dr Tonya Long, DVD, October 2007
- “Nutrition and Periodontal Disease, Before and Afters,” DVD, October 2007
- “Lasers for Periodontal Disease Treatment with Live Patient Demo,” Vivian Reynolds, DVD, October 2007
- “Periodontal Disease and the OB/GYN’s Need to Know,” Physician’s Grand Rounds, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Spring 2007
- “The Special Periodontal/Systemic Concerns of the African American Woman,” Riverside Regional Hospital, LINKS Annual Conference, Linkages to Preventive Health Care, Newport News, Virginia, September 2006
- “The Perio/Systemic Disease Connection,” Sentara Bayside Hospital, Physician’s Grand Rounds, Norfolk, Virginia, September 2006
- “The Oral/Systemic Link,” American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon, July 2006
- “How the Art of 21st Century Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry Can Enhance the Art of Plastic Surgery,” Port Warwick Dental Arts Institute, May 2006
- “Oral Disease and its Systemic Complications; from Fact to Protocol,” Centers for Dental Medicine Seminar, Maui, Hawaii, January 2006
- “Systemic Manifestations of Oral Disease,” Riverside Regional Medical Center, Medical Professionals’ Spring Conference, 2004
- “Oral Signs and Symptoms of Nutritional Deficiencies,” Peninsula Dental Hygienist’s Association, 2004
- “The Conservative Treatment of Acute and Chronic Orofacial Pain with the NTI Appliance,” Tidewater Physical Therapy Association, 2004
- “The Benefits and Virtues of Cerec Technology for Patient and Doctor,” Port Warwick Dental Arts, 2003
- “Advanced Technology in the Modern Dental Facility,” Port Warwick Dental Arts, 2003
- “Osteoporosis and More…What Every 21st Century Woman Must Know,” Peninsula Women’s Network, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 2001
- “Disease…the Oral-Systemic Link... What Every 21st Century Health Care Practitioner Must Know,” Health and Medical Sciences Summer Conference, Education, Virginia, 2001
- “Osteoporosis: What Every 21st Century Woman Must Know,” Mary Immaculate Hospital, 2001
- “The Oral Effects of Systemic Disease and the Systemic Effects of Oral Disease: A Comprehensive Review of International Medical and Dental Research,” Commonwealth of Virginia’s 23rd Health and Medical Sciences Summer Conference, 2001
- “The Oral-Systemic Link,” Academy of General Dentistry, Peninsula Meeting, 2001
- “The Oral Effects of Systemic Disease and the Systemic Effects of Oral Disease,” Peninsula Dental Assistant’s Society, 2000
- “Gum Disease: A Life-threatening Issue?” 20th Virginia Health Occupations Education Summer Conference, 1998
- "Systemic Effects of Oral Disease,” Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1998
- “Orofacial Injury as it Relates to Sporting Activity with an Overview of Smokeless Tobacco Use: Playing it Safe,” Virginia High School League Annual Symposium; Representative, Virginia Dental Association, 1998
- “Oral Manifestations of Eating Disorders,” Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1996
- “The Dental Professional’s Responsibility in Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse,” Virginia Dental Assistants Association, 46th Annual Meeting, 1994
- “Orofacial Injury as it Relates to Sporting Activity,” Oral Health 2000 Symposium, 1993
- “Computer Imaging and its Impact in the World of Cosmetic Dentistry,” Peninsula Dental Assistants Society, 1993
- “Oral Manifestations of Eating Disorders,” Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1993
- “Development of a Sports Dentistry Program in the State of Virginia,” Academy for Sports Dentistry, Annual Meeting, 1992
- “Cosmetic Dentistry: In Search of the Perfect Smile,” Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Dental Health for the Expectant Woman and Developing Child,” Pediatric Staff, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Orofacial Injury Relative to Sporting Activity with an Overview of Smokeless Tobacco Use: Playing it Safe,” Emergency Medical Staff, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Orofacial Injury Relative to Sporting Activity with an Overview of Smokeless Tobacco Use: Playing it Safe,” Surgical Staff, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Orofacial Injury Relative to Sporting Activity with an Overview of Smokeless Tobacco Use: Playing it Safe,” General Medical Staff, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Oral Health Concerns Relative to Parkinson’s Disease,” Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1992
- “Dental Health Concerns for the Developing Child,” Newport News School System, Nursing Staff, 1990
- “Interprofessional Communications: or How Best to Care for our Mutual Patients,” General Medical Staff, Mary Immaculate Hospital, 1984
- “The Successful Dental Care of the Uncooperative Pediatric Patient via Sound Psychological Approaches,” School of Dentistry, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, 1977
Newspaper Articles / News Releases/ Television And Periodical Interviews
- “Snoring and Sleep Apnea,” HR Magazine, 2010
- “Hampton Roads First Smile Makeover,” HR Magazine, 2010
- “What’s New in Dentistry,” Tide Radio Interview, 2010
- “She’s More than Just a Dentist!” Hometown News, 2010
- “Snoring and Sleep Apnea and What Dentistry Can do for You,” Peninsula Women’s Network, 2010
- “Leading-Edge Periodontal Protocol,” Hugh Downs Report, PBS, CNN, FOX, MSNBC, Voice of America, 2009
- “Port Warwick Dental Arts: Eliminating Life-Threatening Dental Disease and Giving the Gift of Two Dream Smiles,” Press Release, 2009
- “Port Warwick Dental Arts Gives Kids 12,500 Reasons to Smile!” Press Release, 2009
- “Chew on This: A Bad Bite May Be Causing Your Headaches - But Treatment is Available,” HR Magazine, 2009
- “Dentistry, Artistry and Philanthropy,” The Oyster Pointer, 2009
- “Where Smiles Become Works of Art,” HR Magazine, 2009
- “Changing Lives One Smile at a Time,” HR Magazine, 2009
- “Dreams, Aspirations and Hope,” My Time for Women, Jan 2009
- “Comprehensive Dental Care at its Best,” HR Magazine, 2009
- “Art and Dentistry,” My Time Magazine, Daily Press, 2009
- “FDA Rules Neurotoxic Effects Occur from Mercury-Silver Fillings,” Daily Press, 2008
- “Nothing Lights up a Room Like a Beautiful Smile!” HR Magazine, 2008
- “The Art of Smile,” HR Magazine, 2008
- “Daily Press Reader’s Choice Gold Award for Dentistry,” 2007
- Press Release: “First in Virginia to be Certified in DNA-PCR testing for Periodontal Disease,” 2007
- Press Release: “One-Hour Porcelain Fillings in Office,” 2007
- “A Healthy Smile Increases your Face Value, A New Year, A New You!” Portfolio Magazine, February 2007
- “Cosmetic Dental Options,” Portfolio Magazine, February 2007
- “The Art of Smile,” Kip Tabb, HR Magazine Sourcebook, March/April, 2007
- “Get State of the Art Treatment for Gum Disease at Port Warwick Dental Arts,” HR Magazine Sourcebook, 2007
- Press Release: “Local Dentist Invited to Present Briefing to US Joint Forces Command,” 2006
- “Lebanon Experience,” NBC News, July 21, 2006
- “Lebanon Experience,” NBC News, July 24, 2006
- “Lebanon Experience,” WAVY TV News, July 21, 2006
- “Lebanon Experience,” WAVY TV News, July 24, 2006
- “From Beirut to Newport News,” Daily Press, July 2006
- “Locals Return from Beirut,” The Virginia Gazette, July, 2006
- “The Art and Architecture of a Dental Office,” “Portfolio Magazine,” May 2006
- “Periodontal Disease and a New Protocol for Medicine,” Top Docs, HR Magazine, June-July 2006
- “Periodontal Disease and its Life-threatening Concerns,” HR Magazine, Mar-April 2006
- “Daily Press Reader’s Choice Gold Award for Dentistry,” 2006
- Press Release: Local Dentist First to Attend AMA Medical Communications Conference,” 2005
- “A Healthy Smile Always Enhances Your Face Value,” The Oyster Pointer, Jan 2005
- “Dentistry Enters the 21st Century with State of the Art Technology, Beautiful Surroundings Leading to Beautiful, Healthy Smiles,” HR Monthly, May/June 2004
- “Teeth...A Crowning Glory,” HR Monthly, May/June 2004
- “Port Warwick Dental Arts: Dentistry With a Gentle Touch,” The Oyster Pointer, Feb 2004
- “Periodontal Disease During Pregnancy,” HR Monthly, May 2003
- “Periodontal Disease and Preterm Birth,” Parentips, July 2002
- “Grim Gums?” HR Monthly, May 2002
- “Halitosis Presents Health and Social Risks,” Your Health Supplement, The Daily Press, May 2001
- “Gum Disease: A Life-Threatening Issue?” Prime Time Supplement, The Daily Press, May 1998
- “Afraid of Dental Care? ... You’re Not Alone ... Transcending Your Fear,” Women’s Business News Magazine 1998: Volume 2, No.3
- “The Truth and Consequences of Periodontal Disease,” Women’s Business News Magazine, 1998: Volume 2, No.2
- “Gum Disease Kills?” Women’s Business News Magazine, 1998: Volume 2, No.1
- “Cosmetic Dentistry: Further Along in Search of the Perfect Smile,” Women’s Business News Magazine, 1997: Volume 1, Issue 3
- “Cosmetic Dentistry-In Search of the Perfect Smile,” LaFemme Special Edition, The Daily Press, October 1996
- “Baby’s First Visit,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WTKR-TV. February 1996
- “Mouth Protectors for the Young Athlete,” Interview with Navy News, April 1994
- “Girls Just as Likely to Suffer Oral Injuries as Boys,” National News Release. Interview with Chris Martin, American Dental Association, February 1993
- “Computer Imaging in Dentistry,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WTKR-TV, February 1992
- “Mouth Protectors for Sporting Activity,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WTKR-TV, August 1991
- “Baby’s Teeth,” Hampton Roads Health Magazine, May 1991
- “Halting the Spread ... For Your Protection,” Hampton Roads Health Magazine, June 1991
- “Periodontal Disease ... An Issue of Awareness,” Hampton Roads Health Magazine, September 1990
- “Cosmetic Dental Bonding and Fluorosis,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WVEC-TV, February 1990
- “Detection of Child Abuse and Neglect by the Dental Practitioner,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WVEC-TV, December 1989
- “National Children’s Dental Health Fair,” Peninsula Dental Society, Interview with Mike Trevino, WVEC-TV, February 1989
- “Preventive Dental Care and National Children’s Dental Health Month,” Interview with Carol Hoffman, WAVY-TV, February 1989
- “Dental Sealants and Fluorides,” Interview with Cynthia Lima, WVEC-TV, February 1987
- “Preventive Dental Care and National Children’s Dental Health Month,” Interview with Bob Walker, WYAH-TV, February 1987
- “Preventive Dental Care and National Children’s Dental Health Month,” Interview with Sherri Brenman, WVEC-TV, February 1987
- “Preventive Dental Care and National Children’s Dental Health Month,” Interview with Mac MacManus, WAVY-TV, February 1987
- “Dental Concerns of the Child Military Dependent,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WVEC-TV, 1987
- “Prenatal and Postnatal Dental Health for Mother and Baby,” Interview with Bob Walker, WYAH-TV, August 1987
- “The First Dental Visit,” Interview with Jane Gardner, WVEC-TV, February 1986
- “Preventive Dental Care for Children,” Interview with Linda Roe, Newport News Cablevision, February 1986
- “Preventive Dental Care for Children and Child’s First Dental Visit,” Interview with Cathy Midkiff, WAVY-TV, February 1986
- “National Children’s Dental Health Month and Preventive Dental Care for Children,” Interview with Mac MacManus, WAVY-TV, February 1986
- “Prenatal and Postnatal Dental Health for the Developing Child,” Interview with Sherri Brenman, WVEC-TV, February 1986
- “Dental Health During Pregnancy and Nursing,” Interview with Mac MacManus, WAVY-TV, February 1986
- “Innovations in Dentistry,” Interview with Bob Walker, WYAH-TV, Portsmouth, Virginia, February 1986
- “Cosmetic Dental Bonding,” Interview with Irene Mayer, WAVY-TV. Norfolk, Virginia, February 1984
Dental Related Community Service
- Dental Days, Peninsula Christian Free Clinic, Newport News, Virginia, 2006-2008
- Mission of Mercy Dental Missions, Volunteer Dental Provider, 2004-present
- Provider, Oral health screenings, PORT (program for homeless), 2003-2005
- Donated Dental Services Volunteer, Commonwealth of Virginia, Volunteer Dental Provider, 1998-present
- Social Ministry Dental Service Volunteer, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Parish, 1996-2003
- Contributing Author, dental health-related issues, Women’s Business Magazine, The Daily Press, The Virginia Gazette, The Denbigh Gazette, Peninsula Women’s Network Newsletter, Parentips Magazine, Peninsula Health Magazine, 1984-present
- Representative and Spokesperson, Peninsula Dental Society, Radio, Television and Newspaper interviews regarding dental health-related issues, 1983-1993
- Representative, Spokesperson, Presenter, dental health-related issues: Mary Immaculate Hospital, Peninsula Women’s Network, Riverside Wellness and Fitness Center of Riverside RMC, Women in Focus Program of Mary Immaculate Hospital, Family Focus (parent’s support group) of Mary Immaculate Hospital, various community groups, 1982-present
- Presenter, dental health-related issues, Peninsula area schools (public and private, grades K-12), scouting troops, health fairs, other community events, 1982-present
- Provider, Oral Health Screenings, Community Health Events, 1982-present
- Originator and Coordinator, Community-wide Children’s Dental Health Fairs, Peninsula Dental Society, 1985-1987
Church, Community And School Service
- Humanitarian Speaker, “Rescue from Lebanon: Building Bridges of Understanding,” August 2006-present at the following:
- Holy Transfiguration Greek Catholic Melkite Church, Vienna, Virginia
- US Joint Forces Command, Briefing, Suffolk, Virginia
- Our Lady of Mt Carmel Roman Catholic Church, Virginia
- Member, Peninsula Women’s Network, Professional Organization, 1982-present
- Eucharistic Minister, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1996-present
- Parent Volunteer, Peninsula Catholic High School, 1999-2005
- Women’s Retreat Team, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, January 2001
- Liturgical Dancer, 1996-2001
- Founding Member, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, "Daughters of Eve" Women’s Spirituality Group, 1995-1999
- Junior Youth Group Team Leader, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1996-1997
- Volunteer art teacher, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, 1995-1996
- Religious education teacher, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1994-1995
- Developer and teacher, Children’s Art Program, Orcutt Baptist Elementary School, 1990-1995
- Religious education teacher, St. Bede’s Catholic Church, 1992-1994
- Volunteer, American Diabetes Foundation, 1992
- Volunteer, March of Dimes, 1984-1990
- Religious Education teacher, St. Jerome’s Catholic Church, 1986-1987
Artistic Achievements And Affiliations
- Art is displayed in collections and galleries throughout the country and abroad
- Numerous solo exhibitions, invitationals, juried exhibitions and newspaper features, 1990-present
- Virginia Watercolor Society, Award of Merit, 2007
- Virginia Watercolor Society, Award of Merit, 2006
- Virginia Watercolor Society, Fifth Place Award, 2004
- Virginia Watercolor Society, Award, 2003
- Tidewater Artists Association, Anne Myers (Special Merit) Award, 2003
- Art on the Square, Third Place Award, 2002
- Doug Walton Presentation, First Place Award, 1997
- Doug Walton Presentation, Honorable Mention, 1996
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