Dr Tim Hanly Owner and Principal Dentist at Hanly Dental Studio

FAST 5 FACTS
 

• Your favourite place to relax: Ball Bay
• Top tool for rejuvenation: Any quality time with my family
• Helpful health hack: Spit out toothpaste but don’t rinse
• Must-have beauty or health product: Electric toothbrushes – they do a very good job at keeping teeth clean
• Best inspirational show or podcast for health and wellbeing: The Imperfects Podcast

Imagine growing up surrounded by chocolate... then dedicating your life to saving teeth! That’s the quirky journey of Dr Tim Hanly, Principal Dentist at Hanly Dental Studio in Mackay.

After a childhood in his dad’s confectionery business, Tim now spends his days reversing sugary mischief.

Knowing dental visits can cause anxiety, Hanly Dental Studio offers a warm, supportive space where patients feel genuinely cared for. Tim takes pride in building strong relationships with each patient.

A standout service is composite bonding. Tim said it’s a cost-effective, conservative treatment. Using a tooth-coloured resin sculpted by hand and hardened with a special light, Tim crafts natural smiles that blend seamlessly with the real thing.

Tim’s advice? Don’t wait for a toothache! See your dentist every 6 to 12 months to catch sneaky cavities and keep your gums healthy.

Can you share a health myth or something in your field that you love to debunk?
Myth - The harder you brush the cleaner the teeth are – by brushing too hard we can actually wear away enamel and gums and this doesn’t grow back. Correct brushing technique with an extra soft toothbrush can protect against this.

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