Tony Cianfarani
Dentist
199 East Main Street Welland Ontario, L3B3W7About
Complete Family Dental Care and Providing the Best Possible for Patients is First Priority.
Education and Training
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
Board Certification
Canadian Board of General Dentistry- General Dentistry
Provider Details
Tony Cianfarani's Expert Contributions
Should you brush your teeth with salt water?
Do not brush your teeth with salt water-it is abrasive and has no benefit. You want to use a fluoridated toothpaste READ MORE
How long does teeth bleaching last?
Teeth bleaching varies from 1 to 3 weeks depending on your teeth and the solution used. It works much better after a cleaning. READ MORE
Which is quicker Invisalign or braces?
In most cases braces would be quicker. READ MORE
How many times can you have a root canal on the same tooth?
Generally a root canal only needs to be done once on a tooth. But as many times as necessary to clean out all the canals and remove all the infection present in the tooth. READ MORE
Can I brush my teeth after a filling?
It all depends on the filling that was done. If it was a permanent resin composite white filling, then yes. READ MORE
How do you clean all on four dental implants?
You need to go to a dentist or dental professional qualified to remove the all on four appliance READ MORE
Why do I see some blood when I floss?
You usually see blood when you floss because there is inflammation possibly because you are overdue for a professional dental cleaning and/or have some gingivitis. Or just haven’t flossed for a while. READ MORE
Should you wet your toothbrush before brushing?
Yes, you should rinse out your mouth before you brush and yes use a wet toothbrush as well to brush your teeth. READ MORE
Are white spots on teeth cavities?
It all depends. If you have had them since the teeth were formed then NO. If these white spots are new then maybe. The white spots need to be assessed by a dentist. READ MORE
Should you floss before or after brushing?
Before you brush your teeth , you should rinse a few times with water and swish well. Then you brush with toothpaste. Do not rinse. Now floss your teeth after brushing. You will get greater benefit by doing it this way as will introduce the fluoride in between the teeth. Then after you floss, you rinse out your mouth. READ MORE
How can I prevent dental cavities?
Rinse your mouth after all meals, snacks, and after you drink anything but water itself. Brush and floss nightly. READ MORE
Should I get a second opinion about having a root canal?
Why not? Can’t hurt. READ MORE
How do you soothe an irritated tooth?
I would see a dentist straight away. Take an Advil if able to take. READ MORE
How do I get my gums to stop bleeding?
Brush and floss your teeth. Do salt water rinses (1 cup warm water with 1 tbsp salt) after meals. Go visit your dentist to see why they are bleeding. READ MORE
Can an x-ray show if you need a root canal?
Yes. It will show an abscess or infection on the X-ray by way of a shadow. READ MORE
Can you live with wisdom teeth?
Yes, as long as you are able to clean them and there are no cavities in them. READ MORE
Can I drink water after wisdom teeth removal?
Yes, but not with a straw. Use a cup and do not slurp or create any type of suction. READ MORE
How can dry socket be prevented?
Sometimes it cannot be prevented. Best ways to prevent—absolutely no smoking anything. If use puffers or inhalers—rinse mouth after use. Do not use straws or create any suction by drinking from bottles or eating by slurping food. Keep area clean after meals. READ MORE
Do I have a gum disease?
You may have gum disease. You need to see a dentist. X-rays are needed to see bone levels around the teeth. And to check the mobility of the teeth. READ MORE
How can gingivitis be treated?
You must see a dentist. You can brush and floss and do salt water rinses READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- NIDR Scholarship 1998
Professional Society Memberships
- Ontario Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry
Articles and Publications
Gerstner GE, Cianfarani T, Temporal Dynamics of Human Masticatory Sequences. Physiol Behav. Vol. 64, No.4, pp.457-461,1998
What do you attribute your success to?
Passion for Dentistry
Hobbies / Sports
- Golfing, Family Time, Reading
Favorite professional publications
- Oral Health, Journal of Canadian Dentistry, Ontario Dentist
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