Our Technology
Digital X-Rays
Dental radiographs, or X-rays, are an important part of a thorough dental examination. Among many things, xrays can expose hidden tooth decay, reveal a tooth abscess, cyst or tumor, show impacted or extra teeth, and also reveal bone loss from periodontal gum disease. A digital x-ray allows us to take an image of the tooth or teeth that almost instantaneously transfers to a computer screen. The digital images that are produced can be enlarged and manipulated to provide a more accurate diagnosis. Digital xrays are much quicker than traditional xrays, allowing more time to be spent with the patient, and also provide nearly 80% less radiation than a standard x-ray.
Intraoral Camera
Although x-rays are a very important diagnostic tool, they cannot reveal everything that is going on in your mouth. That is why we also use an intraoral camera. Intraoral cameras are a highly advanced diagnostic tool that allows the patient to see for themselves first hand some of the images we see in your mouth. The camera gives us the ability to view magnified images of the entire mouth on a monitor so you’ll be able to see problems, such as worn or broken fillings, cracked teeth, plaque deposits, cavities next to fillings and excessive wear.
Rotary Endodontics
Endodontics, more commonly known as a root canal, is a procedure where the nerves of the tooth, are removed, usually due to the fact that the tooth is infected and is causing pain. Rotary endodontics is a method of endodontic therapy that utilizes an electric handpiece instead of manual files, which expedites the process allowing the procedure to be performed more quickly and comfortably.
Our Team
Dr. Gregory V. Arnold, DMD
Dr. Gregory Arnold grew up in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. He attended Lebanon Valley College from 1972 to 1976, and received his Bachelor of Science and Biology. He then attended the University of Pittsburgh, school of Dental Medicine. In 1976, he graduated with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. From 1976 to 1978, he joined the U.S. Public Health Service, where he founded and managed two dental practices in Grand Isle, Vermont. In October of 1978, Dr. Arnold founded his current practice, 5th Avenue Dental. Dr. Arnold enjoys spending time with his wife Beth, four daughters, and his two grandchildren. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, and sports.
Dr. Kaila A. Arnold, DMD
Dr. Arnold is a 2006 graduate of Cedar Crest High school. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Richmond in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology.
In May 2014, Dr. Arnold graduated summa cum laude from the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry at Temple University, where she received her degree as Doctor of Dental Medicine. Upon graduating she received the Northeastern Society of Periodontists Award in recognition of excellence in undergraduate periodontics and the Yeghsa Hagopian Memorial Award in recognition of attaining the highest scholastic average in oral and maxillofacial radiology. Dr. Arnold is also a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.
While at Temple, Dr. Arnold was an active member and officer of the Xi Psi Phi Dental fraternity. In October of 2013 Dr. Arnold traveled to Jamaica on a dental mission trip with the Great Shape! 1,000 Smiles Project which provides free access to dental care and education to Jamaican families. While there, she provided Jamaicans with fillings, cleanings, extractions, sealants, and education.
Dr. Arnold grew up in Cornwall, PA and is excited about the opportunity to serve her hometown and the surrounding communities! “I feel blessed to have the opportunity to work alongside my father and give back to my community. I look forward to serving our patients and providing them with the best dental care possible.”
When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Arnold enjoys running, baking, and spending time with her family and her cat, Otis.
Our Clients and Their Appreciation
“I have had Dr. Arnold as my dentist since he opened his practice. For me, he practices painless dentistry. His expertise and his knowledge are exceptional. I trust him with any dental problems I might have. As a diabetic, he is acutely aware of what diabetes can do to your teeth and gums and I appreciate his knowledge of this disease.”
“I have been very pleased going to Dr. Gregory Arnold for my dental needs. A friend from Harrisburg who moved to Lebanon started going to him and was very pleased especially with the price of crowns. Crowns in the Harrisburg area were costing $1000.00 a tooth and I was in need of have several done. The price of Dr. Arnold’s crowns was far more reasonable than that. Since this is Dr. Arnold’s practice, he is the only dentist in his office and the staff is small and personal! That was a part that I really liked! Getting to know my dentist and him learning to know my dental needs. This was quite different from the office I was going to in Harrisburg which was more of a clinic with a very large staff and quite often you did not see the same dentist/staff each time. I was pleased with Dr. Arnold’s work and his genuine care for his patients. After my first visit, I got a personal hand written thank-you note, in which he thanked me for choosing his practice and that he would do his best to keep my teeth in the best dental care. He is very personal and it is evident he cares about his patients and wants the best for them. I would highly recommend Dr. Arnold as a dentist, even if it is a 50 minute drive from Harrisburg. It is all very well worth it!”