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Dentist in New Orleans, LA

All our professionals at Canatella Dental maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Dr. Canatella is a lifelong resident of the New Orleans area. After graduating from Holy Cross School, Dr. Canatella went on to Louisiana State University where he received his BS Degree in Microbiology in 1996 and Dentistry Degree in 2001.

Dr. Canatella resides in Lakeview where he and his wife Stephanie have three children - Todd III, Cole and Sophia. Dr. Canatella is an avid outdoorsman and loves to fish, hunt and play golf.

Dr. Canatella is a member of the American Dental Association, the New Orleans Dental Association and the Louisiana Dental Association.

Continuing education is of major importance to Dr. Canatella. This enables us to offer the latest technologies in dentistry.

"I am proud to provide my patients with the best in dental technology, treatment options and patient comfort. We welcome you to our advanced dental office in New Orleans. It is my pleasure to address all your questions and concerns."

Dr. Todd Canatella

Dr.Joshua Patella

New Orleans, LA Dentist

Canatella Dental

Dr. Patella is a graduate of LSU where he obtained his BS Degree in Biological Sciences in 2007 and D.D.S. in 2012.  He was the recipient of the Robert F Eastman Memorial Award “for excellence in Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials”.
Dr. Patella, his wife Jackie and son Nathan live in Lakeview where they enjoy taking part of the numerous concerts and festivals throughout New Orleans, and south Louisiana culture in general.

Dr. Patella is a member of the following associations:

• American Dental Association
• Louisiana Dental Association
• New Orleans Dental Association

Continuing education is a priority for Dr Patella.  Pursuing opportunities that allow a wide variety of dental  procedures.  He embraces new technologies while maintaining an appreciation for traditional techniques and materials.

Our Staff
At Dr. Canatella's office, patient care & comfort are our main concerns. We are a modern highly personal dental practice offering comprehensive services for the entire family.

Dr. Canatella and his dental team offer the latest technologies available in dentistry in a warm and professional atmosphere. Through our devotion to patient education and clinical excellence, we strive for each patient to achieve a healthy and beautiful smile.

Front Desk

Kim and Lauren are the friendly faces greeting you at the front desk. Our quality of care begins with them. Whether it is over the phone, or face to face, they strive to provide the best service. As the office manager, Isabel brings over 22 years of experience in the dental industry to our staff and works closely with Kim to assure timely scheduling and can answer any financial and insurance questions you may have.

Dental Assistants

Stacy and Brittany assist Dr. Canatella in giving the highest level of dental care using the latest technology. Combined, these ladies contribute over 15 years of experience to our practice. Their experience and expertise is surpassed only by their compassion and warmth for our patients. They make every effort to ensure your visit is as pleasant and stress free as possible.

Dental Hygienists

Alison and Angie are passionate about sharing how dental hygiene is a critical component to dental health. They are thorough and eager to educate our patients regarding their specific dental hygiene needs. Together they share a combined 41 years of experience and continue their own education to keep abreast of the latest technologies and advances in the dental hygiene field.

Patient Care Coordinators

Isabel and Stephanie are our patient care coordinators. Their expertise lies in scheduling any appointment you may need at the most convenient time for you so all of your treatment can be completed with less visits and in a timely manner.

New Orleans Dentist, Dr. Canatella and Dr. Patella provide family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dentistry to patients in the New Orleans area.  Services include Teeth Whitening, preventive care and crown and bridges.