Archive for June, 2010

Tooth Ache Pain The Size of Orem

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Provo Tooth Whitening Patients often come into our Provo Utah dental practice and complain about ‘a toothache the size of Orem’. I understand this kind of pain, and realize that when you describe it like that, it really hurts. I can help.

Tooth ache pain for anyone in Provo can be unbearable. At the very least, toothache pain can cause you to avoid eating certain foods, certain temperatures, and even talking. Severe toothache pain can be downright debilitating, forcing patients to go to extreme measures to alleviate the pain.

Around Provo, the most common causes of a tooth ache include tooth infection, decay, injury, and loss of a tooth. Tooth pain can also occur after a tooth has been extracted, or after an oral surgery involving anything from a tooth or your jawbone.

I can help you better understand the source of your tooth ache pain, and in most cases can provide a nearly immediate remedy. In severe cases, we are equipped to council you on a variety of resolutions.

Of course, the best way to avoid tooth ache pain is to visit your Provo dentist often, and to care properly for your teeth including the regular regimen of brushing and flossing.

If you are experiencing tooth ache pain, and just can’t stand it any more, please give me a call; I am standing by to help.

-Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis, DMD

801-657-5633

Dentistry For Your Provo Child

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

Dentistry For Child Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry provides family dentistry. Our dentistry for children is performed by our friendly and professional staff and always takes into consideration the special circumstances that children require.

A little extra patience with our child patients is critical. We understand that going to the dentist can be a bit frightening for a child, so we make sure they are comfortable with their surroundings, and always invite mom or dad to join them in the room.

Family Dentistry requires more than just comfort, however. We take care to notice development patterns and watch for future trouble before it happens. We also teach proper hygiene for our child patients so that we can help you reinforce healthy habits that will produce strong, healthy and lasting teeth.

Dentistry for child patients is a big part of our practice here at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

If you need dentistry for your child, give us a call: 801-657-5633

Provo Tooth Whitening For Whiter Smile

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Provo Tooth Whitening For Whiter Smiles When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in Provo, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and rewarding procedures. There are also a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the Orem area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure in Provo?

Visiting your local Provo dentist is a good start!

Whitening your teeth is an advanced dental procedure that you won’t want to get wrong on the first try. That’s why I always recommend a visit to Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry (our dental practice) to visit with me and talk about it. We are Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis, and as Provo Dentists, we are not only experienced with tooth whitening procedures, but care about your teeth and your smile. We can recommend tooth whitening procedures based on your age, dental hygiene, and personal goals.

Most importantly, we can help you assess the condition of your teeth and help you understand what to expect and how to care for your teeth once they are whitened.

Many of our Provo patients ask about tooth whitening. In fact it is one of our most popular dental procedures. There are many tooth whitening options, ranging from the kind you will perform at home to professional tooth whitening procedures we can do right here in our Provo dental office. The one best for you can depend on many factors, starting with the color of your teeth and how white you want your teeth to be after the procedure.

Consulting with your Provo dentist before you begin a tooth whitening procedure has several advantages. Among the advantages are professional care, experienced advice, and reliable recommendations for which tooth whitening procedure will be best for you.

If you are contemplating a tooth whitening procedure, and you live in the Orem, come in and visit with me for just a few minutes. We’ll discuss your goals, the options that are available to you, and the results you can expect. You will be much happier with your results with the advantage of professional advice.

We look forward to hearing from you.

-Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis, Dentist, 801-657-5633

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry on Jaw Bone Deterioration

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Provo Jaw Bone Deterioration To remain dense, your jaw bone requires the continual stimulation and pressure of chewing, biting and talking. Each of your teeth has a root structure attached to the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it stimulates the bone to which the root is attached.

When a tooth is extracted, the jaw bone that previously surrounded the root structure begins to recede. Though tooth extraction is often the only possible treatment for our Provo patients with tooth damage beyond repair, every effort should be made to preserve the root structure.

Fortunately, tooth implants provide a new root which keeps the surrounding bone healthy and strong. A dental implant consists of a titanium post which is placed in the jaw bone. It replaces the original root and eventually integrates into the surrounding bone. After the implant has been placed and the surrounding bone has healed and meshed with the implant, a post is inserted into the implant. The new artificial tooth, or crown, is then attached to the post. Implant restoration is a safe and effective treatment for tooth loss.

To learn more about dental implants, call Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis at 801-657-5633. The friendly professionals at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo provide world-class dental treatment for patients in Orem and the surrounding areas.

Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

Multi-Procedure Dental Visits in Provo

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Multi-Procedure Dental Visits in Provo If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, It is less expensive to do it all at once. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Orem residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at 801-657-5633 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Provo dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Sedation Dentistry
When you come in for a smile analysis, we can discuss oral sedation dentistry. Many Provo and Orem cosmetic dental patients benefit from this safe and effective solution for pain and anxiety management. Conscious sedation is especially helpful for procedures such as multiple wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant placement.

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