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Looking For The Best Provo Dental Practice?

Friday, January 27th, 2012

Looking For The Best Provo Dental Practice?Hello Provo dental friends. Welcome to my Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog. This site is for my remarkable patients and anyone in the Provo area who is seeking:

  • A smile makeover
  • A family dentist who is great with children
  • Quick solutions to any immediate oral problems
  • A dental practice that focuses on preventative care
  • An experienced cosmetic dentist who uses the latest materials and techniques
  • A friendly dental atmosphere with amenities that make your visit comfortable and as pleasant as possible

I am Dr. Ellis of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We are currently accepting new patients at our elite dental practice which is located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200 in Provo, Utah. We have been practicing preventative, restorative,cosmetic and family dentistry since 1996. We are members of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

I promise you that the tooth restorations (crowns, dental bridges, porcelain veneers) we fabricate in our Provo lab will look as beautiful as your natural teeth did at their best. Many of our area cosmetic dental patients believe that their smile redesigns look far better than they had imagined.

Don’t just dream about the smile of your dreams. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, your Dream Smile becomes a reality. We look forward to being your Provo dentists of choice.

Call 801-657-5633 today to schedule an evaluation.

Drs. Hammond & Ellis
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo, Utah 84604
http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
801-657-5633

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Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry- A Reason To Smile

Friday, November 18th, 2011

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry A Reason To Smile Hello friends of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been a great month at our state-of-the-art Provo family dentistry practice.

We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers.

If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual Provo dentistry smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of the limitless possibilities. There is virtually no dental problem that can’t be improved with modern cosmetic dentistry at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

Drs. Hammond & Ellis have been skillfully using the tools of cosmetic dentistry: veneers, porcelain crowns, clear braces, teeth whitening, and laser dentistry to create unbelievably beautiful smiles. If you are not happy with your smile, call us at 801-657-5633 today to schedule a smile design consultation.

The vast majority of Provo smile makeover patients have absolutely no regrets about their investment in a stunning smile. There is no physical feature as eye-catching as an attractive smile. When your smile is phenomenal, you smile all the time!

Do you need a reason to smile? Consider a smile makeover from one of the top cosmetic dentists in Utah. See http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com for more information and photos. We look forward to making your smile the best it can be!

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Affordable Teeth Whitening?

Friday, November 11th, 2011

Affordable Orem Tooth Whitening If you are like most Orem web users, you have probably seen the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’.

Some show a ‘real Orem mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘Orem dentists don’t want you to know about’. Many contain a link to a page that contains a convincing tooth whitening testimonial. They bolster their legitimacy by aligning themselves with respected companies such as CNN, USA Today and Forbes.

Unfortunately, most of these are rip-offs. In a recent article, the Better Business Bureau explains the scam:

The countless Web sites for various teeth whitening products claim to offer a no-risk, money back guarantee, free trial of the product. To sign up, customers must provide a credit or debit card number to cover shipping. Complainants to BBB state that they are billed before their trial ends and continue to be billed after they have told the company they want to cancel.

Complainants also may find mystery charges for other companies and services that they didn’t realize they were signing up for with their ‘free’ trial.

The BBB has received complaints about the following company/product names:

  • Dazzle White
  • White Smile
  • Teeth Smile
  • Dazzle Smile
  • Ivory White
  • Max White
  • My Whitening
  • Gleaming White Smile
  • Advanced Wellness Research

Don’t trust your smile to an internet scammer. Your Orem cosmetic dental office is the only place for safe whitening options. Ask us about our Zoom whitening procedure. You don’t want to take a chance with your credit card number or your tooth enamel! Call us at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry for advanced cosmetic dentistry and worry-free tooth whitening. You can reach us at 801-657-5633.

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Dental Cleaning in Provo

Friday, October 7th, 2011

Provo Tooth Whitening Welcome to the dental practice of Drs. Hammond & Ellis, DMD.

We provide comprehensive full service cosmetic and family dentistry for clients in Provo and other nearby communities in Utah.

Our friendly and professional team of skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff help Drs. Hammond & Ellis exceed our clients’ expectations. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we understand the value of a healthy and beautiful smile.

We are dedicated to providing each client with personalized care in our state-of-the-art cosmetic dental practice.

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry is located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200 in Provo. For more information about our staff, see http://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/about.htm.

If you have an attractive Provo smile, we can help you keep it that way with professional deep cleanings and thorough examinations. We set the standard for preventative family dentistry in the greater Provo area.

If it has been a while since you have received a professional dental cleaning in Provo, call 801-657-5633 today to schedule a cleaning with one of our friendly hygienists. Your teeth will feel amazingly clean, silky and smooth after the chalky plague and calculus is removed.

Whether you need simple dental services or a complex dental surgery, at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry we’ll get you smiling again!

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General Dentistry

Friday, August 19th, 2011

Provo General Dentistry What is ‘ General Dentistry ‘? Here are a couple definitions, found from around the web:

The World Health Organization defines General Dentistry as “the science and art of preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of the teeth, jaws and mouth”.

According to Wikipedia :

A dentist is a healthcare professional qualified to practice dentistry after graduating with a degree of either Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Bachelor of Dentistry (BDent), Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc), or Bachelor of Dental Surgery/Chirurgiae (BDS) or (BChD) or equivalent.

In most western countries, to become a qualified dentist one must usually complete at least 4 years of postgraduate study. Generally, 2 years of clinical experience working with patients in an educational setting are required.

If you have a need for General Dentistry in Utah County, please give our practice a call. We are Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, and our general dentistry office is located at:

3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo, Utah 84604

We practice general dentistry in Utah County. We also provide family dentistry and cosmetic dentistry services to the greater Utah County area, which includes anyone in the cities of Provo or Orem.

Give us a call at 801-657-5633 to schedule a general dentistry appointment in Utah County, or to ask questions about general dentistry.

Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

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Our Orem Dental Team Takes Care Of You

Friday, August 12th, 2011

Provo Dental Team

At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, each dental professional on our team allows our practice to operate smoothly and provide the highest caliber of dental care. Today’s Orem dentistry article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant.

You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working on me,” or “The one who attaches the bib around my neck,” and you are correct. However, his/her knowledge of patient care and dental lab procedures is probably more extensive than you realize.

Competent dental assistants work behind the scenes at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Orem. They assist Drs. Drs. Hammond & Ellis during all dental procedures including basic oral examinations, tooth prep and cavity filling, as well as lengthy smile makeovers involving multiple procedures. Our competent assistants also work with our dental hygienists during dental cleanings and patient instruction.

When a dental client arrives for his/her appointment, the dental assistant has already been preparing for the visit. Before he/she is escorted to a comfortable chair in one of our pleasant patient rooms, the assistant has made sure the room is ready for the particular treatment being performed.

Whether the patient is receiving porcelain veneers, having their teeth whitened, undergoing a routine orthodontia adjustment, or settling in for a two-hour smile redesign with oral conscious sedation, the dental assistant has set the stage for a comfortable and efficient procedure.

At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, infection control is always foremost in our minds. Our dental assistants, dentists, and hygienists are vigilant about the sterilization of dental instruments and follow strict infection control protocols. The health of our patients and employees is our highest priority.

Dental assistants in Orem dental offices may also prepare tray setups, make impressions for restorations, schedule appointments, take x-rays, and maintain and retrieve patient records. They must have a keen eye for detail and an excellent memory as they organize and stock the many different dental supplies in a typical office.

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry is located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200 in Provo, Utah. We provide general and cosmetic dental procedures. You can read more about our services at http://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/about.htm.

To make an appointment for an examination, consultation, or cleaning, call 801-657-5633. Thanks for visiting our Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog!

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Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Provo Dental Patients?

Friday, August 5th, 2011

Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Provo Dental Patients?Hello, welcome to the Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually endanger the oral health of Provo Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry dentistry patients.

Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a more common problem among older Provo adults, however, people of all ages in the Provo area may experience the symptoms of dry mouth at one time or another. These symptoms include a dry, red tongue, difficulty swallowing, and persistent sore throat.

Sometimes dry mouth in Provo dental patients is caused by a disease or infection, but a more frequent cause of dry mouth for patients in Provo is prescription medications.

Decongestants, blood pressure medications, antidepressants, and painkillers (all used extensively in Provo) are just some of the drugs that list ‘dry mouth’ as a common side effect.

It is common for allergy-prone Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry dental patients to complain of dry mouth when they start taking antihistamines during the Provo hay fever season.

Aside from being an uncomfortable nuisance, untreated dry mouth can cause tooth damage for Provo dental patients. Adequate saliva is necessary to keep the mouth lubricated, wash the food from teeth, and neutralize the acidic environment caused by plaque. Extensive tooth decay and can occur in the absence of saliva for Provo dental patients with chronic dry mouth.  Dry mouth can also cause bad breath.

If you are unsure of the cause of your dry mouth, or if you are looking for dry mouth treatments, call Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry to schedule an appointment with Drs. Hammond & Ellis.

When you visit Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, please be sure to bring a list of medications you are taking so Drs. Hammond & Ellis can give you an accurate diagnosis.  We also offer cosmetic dentistry and implant dentistry services.

Drs. Hammond & Ellis
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo Utah
801-657-5633
http://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/about.htm

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Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo

Friday, June 24th, 2011

Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo Hello! We’re Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis, DMD, of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo.

We have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 1996. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects of dentistry, we really enjoy interacting with our Provo dental patients.

We recognize that our clients have other choices in Provo area dental practices, and we work continually to earn their trust and surpass their expectations.

Each Provo dentistry client is unique. Many of our patients come in twice-yearly for an exam and cleaning. We help them maintain excellent oral health. Some Provo cosmetic dentistry clients come to me seeking major restorative dental work such as dental implants. It is extremely gratifying to complete a smile makeover and see the client’s reaction when they see the result for the first time.

When we have a pre-treatment consultation with a new Provo general dentistry client, it is very informative for both of us. The patient learns the specifics about the possible procedures and we learn about the clients’ goals, concerns and expectations. Then we work with the client to develop a dental treatment plan that fits the patient’s needs, desired outcome and budget.

Our dental practice is located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo. If you are looking for an experienced dentist in the Provo area, call 801-657-5633 to schedule a consultation.

We look forward to meeting with you.

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Find A Dentist

Friday, June 17th, 2011

There are a lot of places to look for a dentist, but its not always easy to find a dentist in Orem.

It used to be that in Orem you could find a dentist just by walking down to the corner of the street. Like many small towns, there would be a dentist on the corner of ‘north and main’, just up from the fire house, and across from the bakery.

Today, finding a general dentistry practice around Orem can take a little more time, and a little more effort. Our local Orem community is spread out a little more, and there is more than one option for finding a local dentist in Orem.

Let’s look at a few of the ways to find a local dentist in Orem:

The old timers among us still reach for the yellow pages when we look to find a dentist in our local Orem community. The yellow pages have been a standard for dentists since the beginning, and are a quick way to get a good list of local Orem dentists.

Studies are showing an ever increasing number of Orem consumers are turning to their Internet connection to find a dentist. To find a dentist online can mean more than just a name and a phone number; many dentists, like us, have additional information on their website that will help you gain a better understanding of their practice and the services they provide such as cosmetic dentistry.

Many people find a dentist in the Orem community through printed mailers and flyers that come to your door. Orem dentists spend a lot of money on these types of flyers, which can often carry a discount opportunity or special promotion.

The most popular method used to find a local dentist? …Word of mouth. Studies have shown that people in Orem are more willing to listen to a family member or close friend when it comes to finding a local Orem dentist.

We understand this last point, and make it our job to keep our patients happy, healthy, informed and comfortable during their visit to the dentist. We know if you leave happy, your friends and family in the Orem area will hear about us, too.

If you are looking for a dentist in Orem, please give us a call. You can reach us at 801-657-5633.  We also offer sedation dentistry services for patients who are fearful about dental work.

If you know a friend who is trying to find a dentist in the Orem area, please pass our name along.

We look forward to seeing you both!

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How Do You Measure Success in Provo?

Friday, March 11th, 2011

Affordable Orem Tooth Bleaching At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we are all about success. Drs. Chris Hammond & Chad Ellis’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in successful outcomes daily for our dentistry clients. Each team member at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry shares Dr. Hammond & Ellis’s passion for success.

For many Provo dental patients, success is a routine check-up that reveals healthy teeth and no cavities. For our cosmetic dental clients, success is a stunning smile makeover using veneers, teeth whitening and tooth-colored fillings. For our Provo patients with a missing tooth, dental implants are used to successfully restore their smile. It is exciting to see implant recipients smile for the first time after receiving their new tooth implant.

We also enjoy completing successful tooth-straightening procedures for youth and adults with Invisalign invisible braces. Though these transformations take longer than one-visit smile re-designs, the results are no less incredible. In fact, our Provo orthodontic patients probably appreciate their straight teeth and beautiful smile more than any of our other patients.

Success sometimes means removing tetracycline stains for a Provo teeth bleaching patient who has been hiding his/her smile for years. Sometimes, success is as simple as helping a nervous patient feel relaxed and comfortable during their visit to our Provo family dental office.

What do you desire for your smile? At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, our success depends on your complete smile satisfaction.

To meet our team and discuss your smile specifics, call Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-657-5633.

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