Specialty Dental Care

40 Years of Dental Implants

By Linda Sutherland

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When you enter the lobby of Specialty Dental Care, the warm welcome you receive is exceptionally pleasant. Now, I know that may sound strange coming from a “dental coward” like myself, but you cannot help but be charmed by the staff at Specialty Dental Care. They are truly glad to see you! Specialty Dental Care’s team works to create meaningful relationships with their patients, and they strive to create an atmosphere of relaxation that will relieve their patients of anxiety. 

 

A periodontist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and the placement of dental implants. Periodontists have three extra years of training beyond dental school. Dr. McVaney is one of the leading experts in periodontal care in the Omaha area. His commitment to continuing education is pretty much legendary. His dedication, knowledge, and passion are passed on to his staff to provide the best periodontal treatments in Omaha.

 

Once you meet Dr. Tim McVaney, you start to understand the team atmosphere that he has lovingly created. His list of professional achievements is too long to print here, but a few of them include Director of Surgical Implant Dentistry and Course Director of Pain and Anxiety Control (both at Creighton’s Department of Oral Surgery), Associate Professor of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, and diplomate for the American Board of Periodontology. 

 

Dr. McVaney can manage severe gum infections and perform surgical procedures to treat bone loss. He specializes in complex dental implant cases, always with the goal of improving oral health. Dr. McVaney can treat receding gums by gum grafting, and he can rebuild bone in the jaw that has been damaged by periodontal disease. Other services available at Specialty Dental Care include deep cleaning (scaling and root planning), pocket reduction surgery, and planning and placing dental implants to replace missing teeth.

 

How do you know if you should see a periodontist? If you have persistent bad breath, receding gums (sometimes referred to as “long-looking teeth”), loose teeth or changes in your bite, or red, swollen, or bleeding gums, it’s time to call Specialty Dental Care for an appointment. 

 

Dr. McVaney is passionate about providing comprehensive care to save teeth or to restore them with implants. The respect that he and his staff extend to their patients is truly the peak of customer care, and they always go above and beyond when their patients are concerned. One of Dr. McVaney’s dental hygienists has been with him for 23 years! You don’t get that kind of longevity unless your staff members really love working there.

 

Dr. McVaney likes to approach his patients with humor and goodwill as he puts them at ease regarding their procedures. One of the reasons that patients have a fear of dental work is the claustrophobic feeling of sitting in a dental chair in a dark, tiny exam room that is crowded with the dentist and the hygienist. That makes so much sense, and Specialty Dental Care has it covered! You do not feel any “closed-in” anxiety at their offices. The offices are very open and airy, with high ceilings and lots of windows. 

 

Another thing that helps with anxiety is Dr. McVaney’s ability to explain to his patients exactly what will happen during a procedure. He is simply excellent at breaking down each step of care for each of his patients. I love that! So much of fear is caused by the unknown. If we know what’s going to happen, it’s easier to handle it.

 

Dr. McVaney also offers several sedation options for patients who are undergoing a procedure. Nitrous oxide and IV sedation or even medication to relax you are all options at Specialty Dental Care. What a breath of fresh air to feel so safe at the dentist! Dr. McVaney’s dedicated team works smoothly and efficiently to provide their patients with the best care possible.

 

Specialty Dental Care is celebrating 40 years of dental implants. That’s quite a record! Dr. McVaney’s caring demeanor and gentle approach is so refreshing, and I see why he is happy to celebrate this monumental anniversary. 

 

Dr. McVaney likes to point out that he is always learning and evolving. Over the years, he has had so many wonderful experiences and met so many experts from different fields, and he considers himself very lucky to have done so. He also likes to point out that prevention is the key to good dental health. When patients are over 50 years, it is more important than ever to be diligent with good dental care. He’s happy to help!

 

Specialty Dental Care is located at 12242 K Plaza, Suite 113, in Omaha. You can reach the office by phone at 402-334-8083 or online at omahaspecialtydental.com.