Kenneth J. Canzoneri Blog
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…)
Modern Technology In The Dental Our Office
April 21, 2015
I was recently asked why I am so concerned about bringing modern dental technology into my dental office.
The easiest way to explain how I feel is to draw a comparison with hospitals. If you or a family member goes to a hospital for a surgery, which hospital are you going to choose. The hospital with a fifteen year old surgery center or the hospital with the state-of-the-art equipment, such as CAT Scan, Robotics, Heart catheters and the list goes on.
A dental office is no different! We are working on the human body, your body. Dentists are responsible for making sure you can eat, show a youthful smile and keep your teeth disease free for as long as you live. Another important duty is to eliminate any infection in your mouth that can affect your heart, other organs or exacerbate diabetes and other health conditions.
Modern dental technology is dramatically improving a patient’s experience in a dental office. Certain advancements have also vastly improved the accuracy of the dental work being placed in a patients mouth.
We all have one life and one body. Let’s take care of it the best we can!
Video Tour of the Office of Dr. Kenneth Canzoneri
February 20, 2015
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by Dr. Kenneth J. Canzoneri
Fall In Love With Your Smile
February 12, 2015
Recently I gave a patient a new smile by placing 10 porcelain veneers on her upper front teeth. The veneers rejuvenated her smile. Her teeth looked younger, brighter and all around healthier. My patient said that she loved her new smile and that “The veneers looked like a piece of art work.”
One of the great gifts technology has given me as a dentist is to view my work as art. I believe the most artistic form of dentistry is that of veneers. While the dentist may be the artist, it is the patients themselves who become the masterpiece. A bright smile, well aligned and beautifully shaped teeth can dramatically improve not only ones appearance but also their self-confidence.
Veneers began back in 1970 when naval dentists used composites to alter the shape and color of teeth. In the 1980’s porcelain veneers were introduced to correct the appearance of crowding. The veneers of 2015 are very thin shells of porcelain which are custom made to each individual tooth and bonded directly to the teeth.
I have discussed previously that the life changing transformation a new smile can give to patients, but I believe of equal importance is the fact that veneers can also be used to correct the structural health of teeth. Patients often come to my office concerns about teeth not fitting together well, chipped without pain. Veneers can be used to change the surface of teeth, make the teeth more sound and alter the biting surface to improve the function of chewing.
Every porcelain restoration I design I consider a piece of art and therefore every patient’s smile is a masterpiece. Just as we fall in love with beautiful works of art, someone is falling in love with your smile!
Have you see this around town?
February 4, 2015
Have you seen this banner at the local little league field? We are proud to support several local sports programs and hope that everyone has a great season! Play Ball!
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 .
Amazing New Lasers In Dentistry
August 21, 2014
The use of lasers in my dental office has opened up a variety of treatment options for my patients. We can treat tooth decay and gum disease, recontour or reshape the gums and address joint and muscle pain as well as lessen the pain of canker sores with the laser. One of the latest most exciting developments is that we now have the ability to smooth fine lines around the lip area, giving the patient a more youthful look.
In most cases a laser can be used to remove decay with No pain, No drill, and No shot. Although a laser cannot be used to remove metallic fillings, I personally have not had to give a dental injection to do a filling on a front tooth in a number of years!
The use of Dental Lasers have become a more effective way to manage gum disease in conjunction with more classic dental therapy, giving great results.
Gum recontouring can help people who want to change the appearance of uneven gums or too much gum when they smile. A qualified dentist can quickly correct this problem in one appointment without sutures or scalpels. The healing properties of the laser allows for a quick recovery.
Another advancing field in dentistry is that of Low Level Laser Therapy or LLLT. It is a way to use a specific type of laser to promote healing and relieve pain. In dentistry we can use LLLT to treat patients who have pain in the jaw joint or surrounding muscles, this in conjunction with standard dental treatments will aid in diminishing the TMJ pain.
The new SmoothLase laser is used to tighten and smooth the tissue around the lips there by lessening the appearance of fine lines without any down time or pain. The SmoothLase is used in a series of three, 30 minute appointments that will reduce the fine lines around the mouth. There are No shots, No incisions, No pain and you can continue with your day to day business without missing a beat. The results will take place gradually over time and give you more youthful look.
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”