Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin we can address that with a state-of-the-art dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, the […]
Dental Implants
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants

Dentures that rest on the gums have a long history in dentistry. But a revolution is taking place, and these traditional dentures are no longer the only option. At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we offer state-of-the-art, implant-supported dentures. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into your jaw. Within a few months […]
A Fresh Start After Losing A Tooth

Millions of people have replaced a missing tooth with a dental implant, and that number grows each year. You can restore your smile with a dental implant from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. A dental implant is a titanium post that is placed into your jaw. An artificial tooth goes on top of the […]
Need An Implant? Let’s Do A Checkup And Talk About It.

When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin we recommend having one every six months. If you are considering a dental implant, we will assess your oral condition and take it from there. Dental implants are an ideal replacement for one or more missing teeth. An […]
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant

Bone loss is an unfortunate and common result of the loss of a tooth, whether from extraction or some other reason. Dental implants, like those available from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, can slow and even stop it. Bone loss, or recession, occurs because the bone’s density is no longer preserved by the action […]
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers

The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. But now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating, […]
How Do Implant Dentures Work?

Dental implants are an ideal tooth restoration. They can restore anywhere from one to all missing teeth. Dental implants are available at Timothy G.Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into the patient’s jaw. What makes implants so unique is that they actually fuse with the bone, to […]
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures

If you wear conventional dentures, you know they are not an ideal solution for missing teeth. Now at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, there is a better way. The problems with old-fashioned dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore

Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. But with a dental implant from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, it might seem like a missing tooth has. A dental implant is a titanium post that is permanently […]
Getting Ready For A Dental Implant?

At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we believe all of our patients deserve a brilliant smile. This message concentrates on the preparation necessary for a dental implant. What is a dental implant? Simply stated, a dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jawbone with attached abutment and artificial tooth. A dental implant can also […]