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Anchorage Community News |4 min read
Your Child’s First Dental Visit Can be Better Than a Lollipop!
I’m sure by now the little love of your life has had many “firsts” – first word, first step, first play date, and of course, first tooth! You may have wondered, “When should I bring my child to the dentist and how do I prepare for his or her first dental...
Anchorage Community News |4 min read
Wisdom Teeth Extraction for Your College-Bound Teens
You have your young adult all set for college: he’s officially enrolled in his new school, you’ve bought all his school necessities, and his dorm essentials are all set. But wait! It looks like he needs to have his wisdom teeth taken out first, before they start to...
Anchorage Community News |2 min read
Six Simple Tips to Maintain Healthy Teeth While Traveling This Summer
Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner and (unofficially) marks the start of the summer traveling season! Do you and your family have any big summer plans this year? Whether you’ll be off to the beach, camping in the woods with the kids, or heading out on a...
Anchorage Community News |4 min read
Dental Insurance Assurance: Your Questions, Answered
When you arrive for your appointment, one of the first things we’ll ask you is, “Do you have dental insurance?” Like any insurance, dental insurance can provide valuable peace of mind and can help cover basic needs. However, once you receive your treatment plan, you...
Restorative Dentistry |3 min read
Restoration Reality Check: Avoiding Replacement Could Cost You
One of the questions we get asked frequently is: Why do I need to replace my filling (or crown)? I thought it would last forever? As much as we would love to be able to promise that to you, we can’t. Even with the highest quality materials and techniques, which of...
Family Dentistry |2 min read
Help Your Kids Play It Safe This Spring With a Sports Mouth Guard
Spring sports season is here! Are your athletes ready to play it safe? True or false: Youth football and hockey players have the highest number of dental-related facial injuries. False. Mouth guards have been mandatory for football, ice hockey, and lacrosse for...
Anchorage Community News |3 min read
Get Oral Cancer In Check – April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
As your Anchorage dentist, Dr. Maloney is committed to the health and well-being of the mouths in our community! As you already know, regular cleanings and checkups are vitally important to maintain healthy teeth and gums. However, in addition to fighting plaque,...
Family Dentistry |1 min read
Calling All Supermoms: Treat Yourself to the Gift You’ve Always Wanted!
Okay moms, it’s time for a little heart-to-heart. We know how hard you work for your families day in and day out. You make sure your little ones brush their teeth every morning and night. You keep the entire family regular with cleanings and checkups. You offer a...
Family Dentistry |2 min read
Does Your Smile Really Reveal the REAL You?
Do any of these scenarios sound familiar to you? You’re at a family wedding and the photographer aims the lens at you. Panic sets in. You’re posing for a new professional headshot and you smile with a closed mouth, hoping it looks natural. You’re conversing with a new...