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Mahoney Family Dentistry is happy to announce that we now place dental implants. We have been working with dental implants for nearly 30 years. Due to feedback from our patients to offer the procedure at Mahoney Family Dentistry, we have received the extensive training and course work necessary to surgically place dental implants. Please call the office to schedule a consultation if you would like to learn more about dental implants.

In addition to the implant training, every staff member at Mahoney Family Dentistry has traveled to Atlanta, GA to enhance their skills ensuring you have a wonderful experience in our practice. We have made a commitment to invest in our staff so we can give our patients a dental experience unlike any other.

We look forward to seeing you soon,

Mahoney Family Dentistry

Tired Of Being Tired?Eliminate sleep apnea!

A serious disorder that affects one in every four individuals, sleep apnea can cause a host of side effects that can wreak havoc on one’s day-to-day life. Sleep apnea is when breath while sleeping is abnormally low, or even stops for a few seconds to a few minutes. There are three different forms based on the reason for its occurrence:n Central – The brain doesn’t tell the body to breathe.n Obstructive – The most common form of sleep apnea where soft tissues in the mouth and throat relax into the airway and restrict airflow.n Mixed – A combination of central and obstructive.

Although each type of sleep apnea happens for different reasons, all three limit oxygen intake which lowers the blood-oxygen levels and causes the brain to wake you up to breathe. These frequent interruptions in sleep may cause fatigue, inability to focus, memory loss, irritability, acid reflux, high blood pressure, stroke, headaches, weight gain, and impotency.

Many sufferers find help with a custom-manufactured oral appliance. Worn when sleeping, it fits snugly on the teeth so there is no risk of displacing the device. It works by holding the tongue and jaws in their optimum position, preventing the collapsing of the airway, keeping breathing relaxed and normal.

If you think you may be suffering from sleep apnea, please call us right away to request a diagnosis.

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This could be you!There are some excellent orthodontic

choices available today, but for those who have minor smile irregularities and no significant bite or TMD (jaw joint) issues, there are other cosmetic options that take only a visit or two.

We can create the appearance of…

• straight even teeth • an even gumline • a gap-free smile

• a more symmetrical smile.

Believe it or not, these involve the same reliable techniques and enamel-colored materials used to disguise flaws like stains, chips, fractures, and old silver-colored fillings. Some people elect a whitening spruce-up in advance of their makeover.

Bottom line? You could be a great candidate for a “no orthodontics” makeover!

5 Facts About Apples Good clean fun!If you and your family are living life on the run – or on the freeway – try

a low-cal affordable nutritious apple snack. It’s an ideal way to get a quick energy pickup without spills or container cleanup.

Here’s what apples offer… Pectin is a soluble fiber that helps maintain your digestive system and

lowers blood pressure, glucose levels, and LDL (bad cholesterol). Quercetin is a flavonoid which may reduce the risk of cancers and free

radical damage implicated in age-related health problems. Phytonutrients including vitamins A and E and beta carotene can help

reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, asthma, and cancers. Boron supports a healthy brain and strong teeth and bones. Vitamin C boosts immunity and keeps gums healthy.

Jeopardy: It’s No GameDon’t put your future at risk Scientists now believe that the common streptococcus bacteria, the type

responsible for causing gum disease and tooth plaque, may increase the risk of heart attacks, plaque growth on your heart valves, and inflammation of blood vessels that can block the blood supply to your heart and brain.

The link between gum disease and cardiovascular disease has been known for some time, but now scientists believe they finally understand how…

Once bacteria has entered your bloodstream through wounded gums, it creates a protein which causes the platelets in the blood to clump and stick together.

The platelets encase the bacteria, forming a kind of armor that protects the bacteria from both the immune system and antibiotics that might be used to try and treat the infection.

Previous studies have suggested that other oral bacteria, Preventella intermedia and Tannerella forsynthesis, are also likely to increase the risk of heart attacks – by 35% and 53% respectively.

Systemic links have also been made between gum disease and diabetes, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, complications of pregnancy, kidney disease, and cancers.

Don’t take unnecessary risks. Please, please brush and floss … and please, please, keep your family’s regular recare appointments.

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Want to Shine? This could be your time to gain entry into that luminous league

whose smiles spark up every room they enter. If you have questions about safe, quick, and predictable professionally supervised whitening, look no further!

What is whitening? It is a process that removes stains and discoloration to brighten

your teeth enamel. After childhood, most people can benefit because their teeth tend to darken and yellow, particularly if they...

drink coffee, tea, or red wine

have experienced a root canal procedure

chew or smoke tobacco

take certain medications

experience natural ageing.

What are the benefits to me? Patients have experienced…

teeth that have brightened up to 8 shades

greater self-confidence in social and business settings

improved appearance

the freedom to smile more often.

Why should I get supervised teeth whitening?Two reasons. Without supervision, ingredients found in some

off-the-shelf kits could injure your gums and other soft tissue in the mouth and throat, or make you ill if ingested. Secondly, unless appropriate for your teeth enamel and degree of staining, results are unpredictable.

We make absolutely certain that the whitening ingredients and the system we prescribe for you suit your individual teeth and gums, smile goals, and budget!

You can, and here’s how!

Experts agree that as little as 20 minutes of activity a day can keep energy levels up and fight fatigue in adults – but what to do when you’re traveling?

1. Check It Out Research shows that a nicer gym will increase your motivation. Ask what’s available in advance of your reservation. Through the concierge, reserve sports items that are awkward to travel with (e.g. rackets).

2. Pack Fittingly Leaving gear behind is asking for trouble. Take light-weight gear like running shoes and resistance bands that suit your program.

3. Get Creative If there is no facility available, look for other options: walk to meetings… up stairwells and down hallways … and around the tradeshow floor.Take a running or walking tour. Ask the front desk for a map or sign up for a guided tour of the local sights.

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Mahoney Family Dentistry continues to make a commitment to giving back to our community. Our entire office will par-ticipate in an event on August 10 - 11th on the south side of South Bend. The Pankey Dental Access Days are two days of free dental care hosted by the Pankey Institute and Heraues (a local dental manufacturing company). We have com-mitted to helping them staff the event.

And of course we are really excited about our annual FREE day of dental care at Mahoney Family Dentistry. On September 15th we will host our 2nd Annual Dentistry From The Heart event. Last year we were able to donate nearly $100,000 of free dental care to those in need from the South Bend community. If you would be interested in learning more about helping with the event please contact the office. Last year we had over 60 volunteers that generously donated their time.

TMJ TraumaFind relief here!

Have trouble opening your jaw all the way? Experience facial or head pain or jaw joint sensitivity and noises? Millions of North Americans have a debilitating jaw condition called temporomandibular disorder or TMD. Here are some possible causes:

Bruxism, or grinding and clenching of the teeth while asleep or awake, is the most common. Stress can increase its severity.

Malocclusion or bad bite can place pressure on the joints and strain jaw muscles.

Trauma caused directly by a car accident, a contact sport, or other event, or indirectly by, for example, holding a sustained position at work.

Although the cause and symptoms of your TMD are unique, you could be one of the many for whom a small dental appliance can provide much-needed relief.

Dentures can restore your natural appearance and your ability to eat and speak. They can even help to plump out facial wrinkles. For many people – in consultation with their dentist – dentures remain the treatment of choice to replace missing teeth.

Dentures are removable, custom-fitted replacement teeth that are crafted from strong, durable materials like acrylic resin which can be reinforced with porcelain or metal. There are two main types of dentures: complete and partial. Overdentures are a hybrid of the two.

Complete dentures replace all of your teeth. You may require both an upper and lower prosthetic, although sometimes only an upper denture is required. They can be placed immediately after extraction or after a lengthier healing period. There are advantages and disadvantages to

Complete Or Partial?Dentures can be a total smile solution

either approach, and we can review these together.

Partial dentures correct only the gaps in your smile by anchoring removable dentures to your natural teeth with metal clasps or nearly invisible devices called precision attachments. By filling in gaps, partials can help to prevent further decay, gum disease, or the shifting of your remaining teeth.

Overdentures are similar to complete dentures but use one or more natural teeth for support like a removable partial. In some instances, they can be attached to dental implants.

With proper care, your dentures will provide a natural looking, functional smile for up to ten years. Please call us: dentures could be your smile solution!

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Mahoney Family DentistryDr. Terrance Mahoney Dr. Daniel Klauer17901 Turners DriveSouth Bend, IN 46635-1529

Office HoursMon-Thu 8:00 am – 6:00 pmFriday* 8:00 am – 12:00 pm*Dr. Klauer will be seeing patients on Friday mornings.

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