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The offices of Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin would be a very different place if it weren’t for the skilled dental assistants who work here. In this post, we would like to highlight the importance of these specialists who are often not given the credit they deserve. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment […]
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Preventing Gum Disease At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS
This message from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin is about gum disease, and how you can prevent it. Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar, which is hardened plaque. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can accumulate. […]
Root Canal vs Dental Implant
Categories: Dental health, Root canal
In this post from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we are going to talk about root canals, tooth extraction, and dental implants. When a tooth’s nerve and pulp becomes infected, we make a judgment call: whether to try saving the tooth with root canal therapy, or extracting it. Sometimes patients think an extraction is […]
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Most people who think about improvng their smiles with cosmetic dentistry are aware of the procedures available to them, like those offered at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. There are porcelain veneers: a custom made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can […]
Keeping Patients Calm
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. Millions of people stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]
Restoring Teeth At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we use a variety of methods to restore damaged teeth. Most people are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restoration’ and […]
Smile More, Live Better
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Perfect smile
If you think your smile is unattractive, you may not smile very often. Cosmetic dentistry from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin can improve any smile. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling benefits our quality of life in a multitude of ways. 1. Look Younger and More Attractive It doesn’t take a scientific study […]
Nearly Invisible Teeth Straightening
Categories: Invisalign clear braces
Are you thinking about straightening your teeth? You may be able to skip those old-fangled metal braces, the bane of teenagers in an earlier era. Clear braces from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin make teeth straightening a whole new ballgame. Unlike traditional metal braces, clear braces have no wires or brackets or rubber bands. […]
Our Top Priority At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS In Wetaskiwin
At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, our passion is helping patients achieve and maintain a healthy and beautiful smile. Doctor Tim Mahoney’s considerable experience, advanced skills, and exacting standards ensure the ultimate in patient satisfaction. Because everyone has unique dental needs, we develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses each patient’s challenges and goals. […]
Persistent Dry Mouth?
Dry mouth is a condition in which your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva, leaving you with a persistent dry feeling in your mouth. If you experience this, be sure to tell us at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STOE-me-uh. It’s a common […]
