Some people research their mechanic or hairdresser more thoroughly than their dental professional. Shouldn’t your dental care matter more than the condition of your car or the style of your hair? At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. There are many things to consider before you decide …
Here at Timothy G. Mahoney DDS in Wetaskiwin, we approach all your dental needs from two separate angles—what we can do in our dental practice and what you can do at home. For example, teeth whitening and correcting discoloration can be treated in our office or at home. Here in the office, there are safe …
Benjamin Franklin once said: It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS, we believe this is especially true for dental health. For parents in the Wetaskiwin area, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will benefit their smiles throughout their life. If you wait …
Attention Wetaskiwin dental patients: brushing twice daily may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Scientists have suspected for years that there is a link between gum disease and heart problems. But a recent study bears this out: people with moderate to advanced gum disease are at a greater risk for heart disease than those …
Keeping your teeth clean is a key factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. The general dentistry practiced by Dr. Timothy G. Mahoney in Wetaskiwin is focused on clean, healthy teeth. Your Partner in Oral Health One of the benefits of visiting us twice a year is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of …
Dental patients in the Wetaskiwin area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty. A common result of untreated cavities is abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection …
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. Here in Wetaskiwin, Alberta we have a lot of fun ways to refer to our teeth. And while you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Making time in your busy Leduc or Camrose day to brush and floss …
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most dental patients at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on …
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are essential because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. Dr. Tim Mahoney encourages patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing Flossing …
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you skip twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any cavities, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your dentist regularly. …