March 2nd, 2012
Hello friends of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Welcome to my Orem general dentistry blog. This site is for my patients and anyone in the Orem area who doesn’t have a regular dentist.
I invite you to call 801-657-5633 to schedule an evaluation.
I’m not talking about an ordinary dental evaluation, although I will certainly examine your teeth and gums thoroughly and advise you on any necessary preventative or cosmetic dental needs. I invite you to perform your own evaluation of me and my dental practice.
I encourage you to evaluate:
- My education, experience and cosmetic dental skill
- The variety of services we provide at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
- My recommendations about your dental needs
- Before and after photos of my smile makeover patients
- My philosophy of preventative dentistry
- The length of the wait time for your appointment
- My office atmosphere and attentiveness of my professional dental team
- All the extras that make your dental visits pleasant and comfortable
- My ability to explain the technical details of procedures and characteristics of restorative materials
- The many services available at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry including general dentistry, smile makeovers, and sedation dentistry
- My Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry website at: http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
Fair enough? I will evaluate your dental needs and you can evaluate everything about me and my family dentistry practice. I am confident that you will like what you find.
Drs. Hammond & Ellis
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo, Utah 84604
http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
Tags: cosmetic dental, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
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February 24th, 2012
Hi. We’re Drs. Hammond & Ellis. Welcome to our Provo general dentistry blog. Today we’ll be looking at the complexity and importance of your saliva. Though most people in Provo or the surrounding areas may think it’s gross, saliva is essential to dental health as well as digestion.
Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The pH balance of the mouth is maintained by saliva, and pH balance is a key factor in the development of cavities and other forms of tooth decay.
The minerals in saliva help to maintain the enamel surface of the teeth. Immunoproteins in saliva inhibit the overgrowth of microbes in the mouth, thereby protecting the gums from gingivitis.
Now that Provo residents know how important saliva is to dental health, we’re sure you can see why ample salivary flow should concern you. For most of our Provo patients, everyday chewing is enough to stimulate salivary glands to release saliva. However, dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is an ailment that should be dealt with quickly before oral health complications occur.
If you are in the Provo area and are looking for quality dental services and care, please contact our office today at 801-657-5633. We have been providing general and cosmetic dentistry in Provo since 1996.
Our friendly and professional staff would be happy to talk to you about cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, porcelain veneers, Invisalign clear braces, and the other services we provide to our valued patients.
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
Tags: Cosmetic Dentistry, dental services, General Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
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February 17th, 2012
Hello, We are Drs. Hammond & Ellis.
Whether you are a local Provo family dentistry patient, or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to our dental blog.
My dental practice is called Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry and is located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200 Provo, Utah. I have been practicing dentistry since 1996. Since opening my Provo cosmetic dental practice, I have seen a lot of changes in dental techniques and tooth restoration materials, however, my commitment to the highest quality of care and personal attention to my patients has not changed.
At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, my friendly and professional staff and I provide a full menu of preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dental services. If you are looking for a gentle kid-friendly pediatric dentist or a smile design specialist, I invite you to schedule a consultation. We work hard to make each visit as quick and pleasant as possible.
Some of the services we offer are cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, tooth-colored fillings, porcelain veneers, safe tooth whitening, and invisible braces. Ask us about sealants, dental implants and complete smile makeovers. You can find more information about our services at http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com.
If you have dental insurance, call my office to see if we are contracted with your provider. If you don’t have dental insurance, call us at 801-657-5633 for information on our rates and smile makeover financing options. Budgeting for regular cleanings and checkups can ensure a healthy and beautiful smile for life.
What could be a better investment?
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo, Utah 84604
http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com
Tags: cosmetic dental, Dental Implants, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
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February 10th, 2012
Hello, We’re Drs. Hammond & Ellis of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Utah County parents usually know the basics on children’s oral health: limit sugar, make sure they brush and floss regularly, take them to a family dentistry professional for twice-yearly exams and cleanings, discourage between-meal snacking, see that they get enough calcium and Vitamin D, etc. Many Utah County parents also give their kids fluoride supplements if their municipal water supply has an inadequate level of fluoride.
Is there anything else a concerned Utah County parent can do to promote children’s oral health? Yes! Have children use an oral rinse that contains fluoride.
Fluoride supplements help strengthen teeth that are still forming, but fluoride rinses help teeth that have already come in. A fluoride rinse is an added measure of protection.
We recommend Utah County children use an oral rinse after they brush and floss. They should swish it around in their mouth for thirty seconds or so, and then spit it out. (Make sure your child doesn’t swallow it!) This should be the last substance in their mouth before they go to bed. The fluoride will remain on the teeth and help prevent new cavities from forming. It can also help stop any demineralization that has already begun by accumulating in the tiny fissures and fortifying the enamel.
At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we focus on preventative dentistry for Utah County families. We believe that today’s area children can enjoy healthy teeth for life.
In addition to all general dentistry procedures, we also offer complete smile makeovers. If you are interested in transforming your entire smile with precision cosmetic dentistry, call us at 801-657-5633 to schedule an appointment.
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
Tags: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
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February 3rd, 2012
Every Orem general dentistry patient’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are diligent about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems.
Gingivitis is the term for the mild gum disease. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we routinely discover gingivitis in Orem area clients who are not even aware they have the condition.
The first signs of gingivitis are swollen, sore gums.
It is important for our Orem dental patients to understand that it is not normal for gums to bleed when they are brushed or flossed. If you haven’t had an oral examination in a while and live in the Orem area, call Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-657-5633. Drs. Hammond & Ellis thoroughly exams teeth and gums and takes time to discuss the results and recommendations with each Orem family dentistry patient.
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry is a full-service dental practice at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200, Provo, UT. We provide comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry for clients who live in Orem and the nearby communities.
During your dentist consultation, we can discuss any cosmetic or restorative procedures in which you are interested. Some of the Orem procedures that we use to create perfect smiles are porcelain veneers, clear braces, dental implants and tooth whitening. Our hygienists are skilled professionals who perform the ultimate in dental deep-cleanings.
Oral health and overall health go hand in hand. Schedule a dental consultation today by calling 801-657-5633 or visiting us online at http://www.CosmeticDentistryUtahCounty.com.
Tags: Clear Braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
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January 27th, 2012
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
Tags: cosmetic dentist, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
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January 20th, 2012
Hello! Welcome to my Provo dentistry blog. Do you have crooked teeth? Do you wish you would have had braces as a kid, but feel it is too late now? Maybe you feel self-conscious about smiling with a mouth full of metal. I have good news for you: at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we offer invisible braces.
The main advantage of invisible braces is that it is nearly impossible to see them while they are being worn, but the results are definitely noticeable!
Don’t let the absence of metal fool you. The clear removable Invisalign aligners effectively correct the alignment and crowding problems that can affect the overall health of your teeth.
My name is Drs. Hammond of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. My staff and I want you to feel great about your smile. In addition to invisible braces, we also offer dental restorations, teeth whitening, and porcelain veneers. Did you know that dental veneers can correct some alignment problems?
Please call my Provo office today at 801-657-5633 to schedule an orthodontic consultation. Your oral health is important, so make sure you are getting the regular exams and cleanings you deserve. Here at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we provide the highest possible standard of dental care.
Don’t let crooked teeth prevent you from the smile you deserve, ask us about invisible braces today!
Dr. Hammond
Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo Utah
801-657-5633
http://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/about.htm
Tags: dental veneers, General Dentistry, Invisalign, invisible braces, Teeth Whitening
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January 13th, 2012
If you live in the Provo area and are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, read this:
Infection
Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Provo cosmetic dentists and doctors are continually treating serious infections caused by oral piercings. Oral infections can be a real problem, and should be a major consideration before getting an oral piercing.
Tooth Damage
It should come as no surprise that having a piece of metal bang around in your mouth can easily chip tooth enamel. Though tooth enamel is amazingly strong, once it’s chipped or cracked, it can only be restored with artificial material. Fortunately, Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo offers many tooth restoration options such as dental crowns and fillings, but our advice is to avoid the problem if you can.
Prolonged Bleeding and Swelling
The blood vessels in the tongue are often damaged when the tongue is pierced, causing prolonged bleeding and possible build-up of scar tissue. In some cases, the tongue swells up enough to block the airway.
Gum Recession
A number of periodontal disease studies have shown that wearing oral jewelry is linked to periodontal disease which can result in tooth loss. Periodontal disease, or ‘gum disease’, can cause gum recession and exposes the root of your teeth, potentially causing hyper sensitivity and pain. Again, our advice is to avoid the problem right from the start.
These are just a few of the dangers. Drs. Hammond & Ellis at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry can give you more information about the risks of oral piercings. If you already have damage, call 801-657-5633 to schedule a consultation.
Tags: cosmetic dentist, Dental Crowns, General Dentistry
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January 6th, 2012
When our Provo clients ask us about tooth restoration, we usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth.
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested procedure at our Provo cosmetic dental practice. Patients from the Provo area have expressed concern about tooth replacement for many years. Most of the questions about restorative dental services have to do with the strength of the tooth replacement, and durability.
Dental implants are also popular concern for our Provo tooth replacement patients. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.
After it has bonded with the bone (it usually takes three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (dental crown) is then attached. The entire process takes several months, but consistently yields terrific results for Provo tooth restoration patients. Our cosmetic dentistry patients appreciate the fact that we stay up to date on the latest advancements in tooth replacement procedures.
Both Provo smile restoration options preserve or restore facial contour and allow you to talk and eat normally. Tooth replacements prevent adjoining teeth from gradually shifting and can help correct bite problems, too. Tooth implants and dental bridges can replace one or more missing teeth. Many Provo area dental patients have been treated successfully with these tooth restoration alternatives.
Call Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry and ask for Drs. Hammond & Ellis to schedule an evaluation for Provo tooth restoration. You can schedule your tooth restoration by calling us at 801-657-5633.
Tags: cosmetic dental, dental crown, Dental Implants, dental services
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December 30th, 2011
Welcome to the Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry family dentistry blog. At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, we are proud of our legacy of dental excellence. If you are interviewing family dentists in the Provo area, we invite you to visit us.
Our dental service menu includes general, cosmetic, and orthodontic services for every member of the family.
We create a pleasant dental experience for our youngest patients at Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We want to make sure they look forward to visits and never develop dental anxiety.
If you have toddlers and young children, we can guide you in pediatric oral care, sealants, and fluoride treatments.
If you have older children and teens, in addition to general dentistry, we provide invisible braces, dental implants, and bad breath treatment.
Hundreds of Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry patients have dramatically improved their smile with the marvels of cosmetic dentistry.
Smile makeover techniques and materials are better than ever and some procedures can be completed in just one visit!
At Hammond & Ellis Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we treat you like family. To schedule an exam and cleaning, call us at 801-657-5633.
Tags: Bad Breath Treatment, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
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