Archive for April, 2010

Local Dentistry in Provo

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry specializes in local dentistry to provide that special, local dental care to our Provo, Utah dental patients.

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry provides local dentistry to the city of Provo in the state of Utah. We also provide local dentistry services to our neighboring areas including Orem.

Our most popular local dentistry procedure is porcelain veneers, however we also perform sedation dentistry.

You can contact Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry about porcelain veneers or sedation dentistry, or any other local dentistry service by calling us at 801-615-2809.

If you live in the 84604 zip code area, and are looking for a ‘home town dentist‘ who provides local dentistry to the Provo, Utah area, click on any of the links on this page, give us a call at 801-615-2809, or stop by and visit. You can find us at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, in Provo, Utah.

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Children’s Dental in Provo

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Children’s Dental in Provo For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised Orem parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday.

The AAP now advises Orem and Utah County parents to take their toddler to a Utah dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.

Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, Provo dentists find advanced tooth decay in very young children.

High-risk children should be seen as early as possible. Following are some of the risk factors:

  • Sleeping with a bottle
  • Drinking juice continually during the day
  • Abnormal tooth development
  • Thumb sucking
  • Tooth grinding
  • A mother with significant tooth decay
  • Other health problems

To talk to us about pediatric dentistry, call 801-657-5633. Children love Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We also pamper busy Provo parents who come to Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry for general and cosmetic dentistry. No matter your age, we would love to provide you with the most advanced dental care in Provo.

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, Provo UT
Provo , Utah 84604
http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
801-657-5633

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Provo Dental Emergencies

Friday, April 9th, 2010

Provo Dental Emergencies Many people will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, see your Provo dentist as soon as possible!

Following are some immediate treatments:
Broken Tooth: Save any tooth fragments. Rinse mouth with warm water. If the area is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze. A cold compress held on the cheek can reduce swelling and lessen pain. Visit your Provo dentist as soon as you can.

Lost Filling: Save the filling if you can. It can help your dentist determine why it came out. Do not let food get stuck in the hole left by the filling. Do not chew on the tooth. Brush it gently. Call your Provo dentist’s office to schedule an emergency appointment right away.

Displaced Crowns: If there is pain, you may apply a dab of clove oil with a Q-tip to the affected tooth (a common home remedy that may reduce pain). Save the crown. If you can’t see your Provo dentist immediately, you can apply dental cement (available at drugstores) or denture adhesive to temporarily re-attach the crown until you can get to your Provo dentist. Do not use other types of glue or adhesive.

By visiting your Provo dentist as soon as possible, you avoid pain, infection and possible further tooth damage. If you delay treatment, even for a few days, you risk needing more extensive treatment later.

For dental emergencies in and around Orem, call Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Our phone number is 801-657-5633

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Tooth Restoration in Provo

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Tooth Restoration in Provo At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most Orem dental clients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth, shaped and polished in one visit.

Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restorations’ and is fabricated in a Utah dental lab. There are two types: inlays and onlays.

When a tooth needs more extensive dental restoration, a crown is often used. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, we create strong, natural-looking crowns from a variety of materials.

What if the tooth is damaged beyond repair? There are a number of functional replacements for missing teeth. Dentures are not the only option.

Call 801-615-2809 to learn about the restoration options available. We have been improving smiles for Orem and Utah County patients since 1996.

Whether the damage is caused by decay, injury, bite problems, or natural wear; Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis DMD will choose the best dental treatment plan for your tooth restoration needs. Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry is conveniently located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, Provo UT in Provo. We provide quality dental care for Provo and Orem families.

  • Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
  • 801-615-2809
  • http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
  • Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

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