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Timothy M. Lethin, DDS

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Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
When snoring becomes more than just annoying: The dangers of sleep apnea
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Sawing wood. That’s what your wife calls it when you wake her up with your snoring. This type of scenario plays out in homes around the world, and couples have Read more
Teeth Grinding: Not just a bad habit, but a dental concern
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Perhaps you don't even know you grind your teeth. Maybe a spouse or loved one woke you up in the middle of the night and made you aware of what Read more
What To Do If You Have A Dental Emergency
posted: Nov. 04, 2021.

If you are searching for a dentist who handles emergency dental care in Anchorage, AK, look no further than the office of Dr. Timothy Lethin and Dr. Matthew Backs who can provide urgent dental care. What Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
How to Subtract Those Added Sugars
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get Read more
New Crowns for Damaged Teeth
posted: Oct. 18, 2021.

Damaged teeth can look and feel like new again, thanks to dental crowns. Crowns are among the many services and treatments your Anchorage, AK, dentist, Dr. Timothy Lethin, offers. What are Read more
Are baby teeth really that important?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

Your infant’s first teeth will begin to appear around six to 12 months of age. You might wonder how important these primary teeth really are. After all, baby teeth are Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

the doctor, as well as our team at Timothy M Lethin, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read more
How do I know if I need a root canal?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read more
Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more
Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth Read more
Remove Stains With Teeth Whitening
posted: Sep. 13, 2021.

If you are ready to brighten and whiten your smile, professional teeth whitening is a safe and effective way to do so. Dr. Timothy Lethin performs teeth whitening in Anchorage, AK, and Read more
Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read more
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more