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In this post from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we are going to review the complexity and importance of your saliva. Don’t be squeamish! Your saliva is a finely balanced body fluid that not only helps maintain dental health, but also helps with the digestion of your food. So, without further ado, here are […]
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5 Ways To Floss Daily
If you want to floss regularly but find that you’re usually too tired at night, this post from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin is for you. We want to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss so you can keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you’re an early riser, try […]
To Chew Or Not To Chew
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Hello gum chewers! In this post from Timonthy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know that it can freshen your breath, but doesn’t it put you at risk for tooth decay? It depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular sucrose-based gum can be […]
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, […]
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At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we are committed to providing the best possible dental care for our patients. We want each one to be well-informed about their dental health and the services we provide them. We view ourselves as your first line of defense against dental issues. When you come in for a […]
Just Chill
If you are one of those people who gets tense just thinking about your next dental checkup, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered here at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin. Millions of people stress out when they have to see the dentist. Some of them would rather skip the dentist altogether than sit […]
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Categories: General Dentistry
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
