At Timothy G. Mahoney DDS we see many Wetaskiwin children and teens with serious mouth and tooth injuries that could have been prevented had they been wearing a mouthguard. When a tooth is knocked out or broken, speaking, eating, and smiling can become very difficult. I am Tim Mahoney and I recommend that Wetaskiwin parents …
In today’s post, let’s examine some details about brushing. One key to activating the value of toothpaste is creating foam when correctly brushing. Working up a good foam is achieved by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming assists in dislodging food debris from nooks and crannies …
Hello Alberta, let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy” in dentist – speak). The root canal may be the most cringe-worthy dental treatment commonly done today, but it is important that dental patients in the Leduc, Camrose, and Ponoka areas know what is happening during this anxiety – inducing, though routine, procedure. At …
I’m Tim Mahoney of Timothy G. Mahoney, DDS. Today’s post offers some answers to persistent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is awful, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can multiply and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to …
“My neighbour’s bad breath is scaring me.” Bad breath isn’t just a problem for careful brushers. Your neighbours can spend all day brushing their teeth and still come out with bad breath. But why? I’m Tim Mahoney with Timothy G. Mahoney, DDS. In business since 1983. My specialty is cosmetic dentistry. At Timothy G. Mahoney, …
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered a sudden shock of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the …
The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many Wetaskiwin families …
If you’re looking for the brightest, whitest smile possible but insist that you want it to look natural, Dr. Tim Mahoney can sit down with you and show you how to achieve it. 855-416-4959 Here at Timothy G. Mahoney, DDS we use effective, cost sensitive, cutting-edge methods and tools as we create the best smile for …
Be a Builder not a Wrecker. Bacteria are constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, give it what it wants: juice, soda, chewy candy for the small crevices and hard-to-reach surfaces! Let Acid Rock It! Energy drinks, diet soda, red wine, coffee, tea. Great at staining and wearing away surfaces. The perfect magnet …
Hearing that you have periodontal disease or “gum disease” can be upsetting. Here at Timothy G. Mahoney, DDS in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender …