The Arcadia Dentist and Your Smile Makeover
December 13, 2015
Have you ever been strolling past a cosmetics counter in a department store and seen a woman having a makeover? The cosmetologist might be applying a combination of makeup such as foundation, eye shadow, blush and lip gloss to achieve the desired result—a beautiful face. Similarly, Dr. Kenneth J. Canzoneri can combine a number of cosmetic dentistry treatments to achieve a beautiful smile. Called a smile makeover, this procedure allows Dr. Canzoneri to incorporate several restorative and cosmetic procedures to create a smile you’ll be proud to share.
Arcadia Cosmetic Dentist Helps You Smile Pretty Again
September 16, 2015
At our office, we know that a great smile is about more than just the way it functions. Yes, we want you to be able to chew and speak well, but we also care about the way your smile looks. Misshapen, discolored or severely stained teeth just aren’t teeth you feel good about. This fall, don’t wait to do something for yourself. Your Arcadia cosmetic dentist can evaluate your teeth, listen to your goals and help you achieve the bright, beautiful smile you deserve — read on to learn about what options are available to you in cosmetic dentistry.
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Your Arcadia Dentist Uses Laser Dentistry
August 26, 2015
There are some things in dentistry that I’ll admit just don’t feel good. Cavities, extractions and root canals got their reputation for a reason. For a lot of years, that pain was just an unfortunate reality of repairing dental problems.
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Arcadia Dentist Dr. Kenneth J. Canzoneri Announces New Treatment with High-Tech Dental Laser Making No Shot, No Drill, No Pain Dentistry Possible
July 28, 2015
Teeth Get High-Tech Treatment from Arcadia Dentist; WaterLase laser Makes No Shot, No Drill, No Pain Dental Visits Possible at Last.
For Immediate Release: Arcadia, CA (PRWEB) July 21, 2015
Say goodbye to the nerve-wracking whine and vibration of the dental drill. Arcadia dentist Dr. Kenneth J. Canzoneri has become the latest dental professional to adopt WaterLase Dentistry from BIOLASE Technology, with the WaterLase iPlus™ laser dental system. The WaterLase laser is a high-tech tool that improves patient comfort, reduces anxiety, and in many cases can means no shot, no drill and no pain. (more…)
VelScope Oral Cancer Screening
January 30, 2015
VELScope Oral Cancer Screening – few minutes that could save your life.
I have previously written articles about Oral Cancer but have recently, noticed an increase in questions regarding oral cancer. The main reason for the intense concern is the recent death of Baseball Hall of Famer, Tony Gwynn on June 16, 2014 from oral cancer, He was only 54 years old.
According to the American Cancer Society, in 2009, an estimated 35,720 new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer will diagnosed in the United States. If oral cancer is detected in early stages the five year survival rate is 80% or higher.
The symptoms of oral cancer that you should be aware of include:
- A mouth sore that bleeds easily or does not heal
- A persistent white or red patch in the mouth
- Lumps or thickening in the mouth, throat, or tongue
- Difficulty when chewing or swallowing
In some cases nothing is visible to the naked eye, it is for that reason that once per year we use the latest method in oral cancer detention ; The VELscope Oral Screening System. The VELscope emits a safe, visible blue light into the mouth which causes the tissue in the mouth to fluoresce. The resulting fluorescence can reveal changes in the tissue that are often related to a disease process.
The exam takes about 2 minutes, with no rinses, dyes or discomfort. It is an important procedure that should be done annually and can be done at the your professional dental cleanings .
Question: When I brush my teeth my gums bleed is this normal?
June 20, 2014
This is a question my hygienist and I are asked routinely. I explain to my patients that they have bleeding gums and frequently they respond that this is a normal condition since their gums have been bleeding their whole life. Ask any physician and they will tell you that spontaneous bleeding from anywhere in your body is a sign of a problem.
Bleeding gums is typically the beginning of the destructive process involving the tissue around the tooth. This could also be an indication of a serious underlying systemic problem else where in the body. Some blood thinning medications such a cummadin or a deficiency of vitamin C or K could also be a reason for bleeding of the gums.
More than 80% of adults have some form of gum disease. Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums around the teeth usually due to improper cleaning of the teeth. The usual signs of gingivitis are red and swollen gums which bleed when you brush. If left unchecked, gingivitis can lead to a more serious form of gum disease called periodontitis. Gum disease, not decay is the #1 cause of tooth loss.
The best way to prevent bleeding gums, gingivitis and periodontitis is with good oral hygiene. Daily brushing and flossing combined with regular dental check ups is an absolute must in maintaining the optimum dental health of your mouth.
I will leave you with one of my favorite dental adages – “To keep your teeth, take care of your gums”
Gum Disease Can Damage Your Body
May 2, 2014
Everyday in the dental office I discuss with patients the danger of cavities, crooked teeth, jaw joint problems and other dental issues. The one dental condition that should worry people the most is gum disease. Over the last few years research has suggested that gum disease may contribute to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, pregnancy complications and osteoporosis. The link between gum disease and heart disease has been well documented for years. Research has found that diseased gums release significantly higher levels of bacterial inflammatory components, such as endotoxins, into the bloodstream. These harmful components in the blood could travel to other organs, such as the heart and cause damage.
Research suggests that there is a relationship between gum disease and diabetes. Gum disease may make it more difficult for people who have diabetes to control their blood sugar. A very important fact about gum disease is that other than bleeding gums, gum disease has few symptoms and rarely causes discomfort. The gums do not hurt until it is too late. To help guard against gum disease, visit your dentist regularly for cleanings, x-rays, and a thorough evaluation of your gums.
Say Goodbye to Gooey Dental Impressions
April 18, 2014
One of the biggest complaints I hear from my patients is that the materials dentists use to take impressions for crowns, veneers and bridges is extremely unpleasant. The impression material when it is placed in a patient’s mouth typically runs down the back of the throat causing patients to gag and usually tastes awful. To add insult to injury a patient has to sit and endure this anywhere from one minute to seven minutes waiting for the material to harden before it can be removed. Even though my assistant and I will stay next to the patient the entire time the impression is in their mouth, it is still ‘gooey’ uncomfortable, a little claustrophobic.
Last year a new digital scanner was introduced to dentists. The 3Shape Digital Impression Scanner. Not many things surprise me in dentistry anymore but the technology of 3Shape scanner is simply amazing!
How the scanner works is that when a dentist prepares a tooth for a crown (including veneers, onlays, implant crowns and many other dental restorations) a small camera is placed in the mouth and the scanner begins to take hundreds of color pictures of your teeth and gums. Once the dentist is satisfied that the scanner has captured all the information the scanner sends the 3D images to the lab by email. The scanner is in the mouth, taking its pictures, for about 45 seconds three times.
The advantages of the 3Shape scanner for patients are quick and comfortable impressions, high quality restoration fits and minimal grinding, reduced number of appointments due to fewer retakes, reduced overall chair time and most importantly a great patient experience.
Follow my Blog as I will continue to share more information about modern dental advances which are leading to better accuracy and a much improved patient experience in the dental chair.
Free Oral Cancer Sceening Now Thru Dec 2013
November 19, 2013
The Two Minute Exam That Could Save Your Life! New Patients please call and schedule your appointment for a Free Oral Cancer Screening now thru December 2013.
VelScope has developed the last technology in oral cancer detection and we have it here, its simple and takes just a few minutes. As Seen On The Dr. Oz Show and The Doctors
Kenneth J Canzoneri, DDS
626.446.1679
The Power Of A Smile
March 2, 2011
I cannot tell you how many times a patient or acquaintance has said to me “I really don’t care about the looks of my teeth, just fix the cavities.” Yet many of these people tend to hide their teeth by not smiling, looking away as they talk or putting their hand over their mouth.
There is nothing that adds more beauty to a face than a smile. Here are a few quotes about the value of a smile:
“A smile is a facelift that’s in everyone’s price range! “ Tom Wilson, American cartoonist.
“A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing, person inside.” Dennis Waitley, American writer.
Dale Carnegie, one of America’s great motivational speakers devotes an entire chapter in his book “How To Win Friends and Influence People” to the smile. He states “Actions speak louder than words and a smile says, I like you”
The importance of a youthful, healthy, bright smile cannot be overlooked or minimized. The first things people notice on a person’s face are the eyes followed by the mouth. Look in a mirror and smile. Is your smile saying I am a healthy, confident, youthful person or is your smile yellow and cracked or worn? Rejuvenating a smile is not a complicated, in many cases, as it would seem. Contact a dentist, check out some websites and see what is possible.
They say your eyes are the window to your soul , well I believe your smile is!