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In this blog post from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we are going to explore the secret life of our teeth. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They need to be because their job is to cut food and their […]
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The Techno-Toothbrush
Are electric toothbrushes any better at cleaning your teeth than manual toothbrushes? The answer depends on who you ask, because both have their advocates. In this article from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we aren’t going to recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a look at the world of the […]
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we remind all our patients to brush their teeth at least twice each day. Why is that necessary? We’ll use this post to explain. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent tooth decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth […]
Peace Begins With A Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Mother Theresa once said that peace begins with a smile. Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Cosmetic dentistry from Timothy G. Mahoney […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. The good news is that gum disease is treatable at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups with us are important, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should be looking for. […]
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety
At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we know that some patients become nervous when the time comes for another dentist appointment. And that’s why we offer sedation dentistry. We want to be sure that all our patients get the dental care they need. Millions of people cope with dental anxiety. In some people, it […]
What’s The Latest With Veneers?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
Is your smile beginning to look a little dull? Has its luster faded over the years? Maybe you’ve got a chipped tooth, or maybe a couple. You don’t have to live with these imperfections if you don’t want to. At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Westaskiwin, porcelain veneers can mask these and other dental flaws, […]
New Parents: Educate Yourselves About Children’s Oral Health
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
This article from the dentist office of Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin is for new parents, or couples planning for children sometime in the future. An Epidemic of Tooth Decay in Young Children The statistics on early childhood tooth decay are sobering. As many as 42% of children between 2 and 11 years old […]
Are Dental Veneers Reversible?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
When people seek to improve their smiles with cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin are a popular option. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of a very tough porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When bonded to a tooth, the veneer creates […]
Get Your Teeth In Shape!
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
These days everyone seems more health-conscious than ever. Many of us stay active and eat a balanced diet. When you feel good you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we want all of our patients to have […]
