In this post from Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we address the unpleasant topic of halitosis, also known as bad breath. While poor dental hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, many elements can contribute to it, or even make it worse. One of these is the lack of saliva, or xerostomia. Saliva …

At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we urge all our patients to keep their teeth as clean as possible. But we know a lot of them want convenience. That’s why so many use floss picks instead of conventional dental floss. These little tools are quite handy. They usually have a handle that is pointed …

The relationship you have with any health care professional is more important than you might think. This is as true for a dentist as any other provider. That’s just one reason why, at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we work hard to make our office a friendly, welcoming, and thoroughly professional place. When it …

At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we are committed to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But just as important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That …

For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, it’s really just an inconvenience. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes what is ordinarily simple, like filling …

It’s standard practice for healthcare providers to find out what medications their patients are taking. At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, our patients sometimes wonder why we ask them about prescription medications before their dental process. Here’s why: Some medications—prescription or over-the-counter—can affect oral health or dental treatment. Bleeding Issues Heparin/warfarin and other anticoagulants …