Cosmetic Dentistry

Relieving Dental Anxiety through Sedation Dentistry In Orem

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Sleep Dentistry At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry

Dental visits can be extremely stressful and for some Orem residents, the fear and anxiety associated with a trip to the dentist prevents them from getting the care they need. At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we provide the best oral sedation dentistry available. We will accommodate your needs with minimal, moderate, or deep sedation.

Don’t let dental dread keep you from achieving a perfect smile.

According to a national survey by the American Dental Association, Crest, and Oral B, the smile is the number one physical trait. Don’t let your smile go unnoticed.

In addition to sedation dentistry, at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we offer our Orem clients a variety of procedures, including cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, porcelain veneers, Invisalign clear braces, and general dentistry.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, our professional staff will provide the best possible care for you and your family.

Whether you need preventive care or cosmetic dentistry, the friendly and professional team at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry will give you something to smile about!

For more information on oral sedation dentistry or any other dental procedure, contact us at 801-374-0070.

We are located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200   Provo, Utah 84604 Call today!

Top Reasons To Visit Your Provo Cosmetic Dentist

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Visit Your Provo Dentist Top Ten Reasons To Visit Your Provo Cosmetic Dentist:

  1. Check Up; it’s time, and this is the best way to avoid dental problems.
  2. Clean Up; our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super clean smile. Our office also offers bad breath treatment to help give you fresh breath that will match your new smile.
  3. Brush Up; if it has been a while since your last dental visit, it’s probably time to come in to learn about the new options we have for dental care.
  4. Avoid pain; if you have dental pain and have been putting off a trip to the dentist, come in now. We specialize in relieving dental pain. We also offer sedation dentistry.
  5. Fillings; we can find and fill all your dental cavities in almost no time at all. This will help you avoid more painful problems down the road, and helps ease some of those sensitivities to hot and cold.
  6. Avoid gum disease; we can assess the health of your gums and suggest treatments or practices that are available to help you improve the health of your gums.
  7. Ready for a whiter smile? We can help. We have tooth whitening options available that will brighten your smile and make your teeth whiter.
  8. Tooth replacement; If you are missing a tooth, we can help restore your smile with the latest in tooth replacement technology. Ask us about our dental implant options.
  9. Cosmetic dentistry is something everyone is considering to make improvements to their smile. We can help you assess the options and learn more about the possibilities of cosmetic dentistry.
  10. Confidence: Nothing brings you more confidence than when you know you have a bright and beautifully healthy smile.

We’re Drs. Hammond, and we are dentists in the Provo, Utah community. If you are ready for professional cosmetic and family dentistry, please give our office a call.

You can reach us at 801-374-0070, or visit us on our website at https://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com

We are members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. http://www.aacd.com

Fighting Bad Breath and Removing Tooth Stains

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Orem Cosmetic Dentistry

Did you remember that brushing and flossing fights bad breath and removes stains?

If you have persistent stains that brushing can’t remove, get your teeth bleached at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry for a dazzling stain free smile.

The American Dental Association recommends two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most folks think they brush that long but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that.

We are Drs. Hammond of Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. In our office, we practice preventative dentistry by working with our patients to establish essential oral hygiene habits.  We also offer bad breath treatment.

If you are looking for a a family dentist in Orem, I invite you to come meet my friendly and professional team.

Our address is 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200, Provo, Utah. We offer general and restorative dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry and porcelain veneers.

And here’s a quick cold-fighting tip for my Orem clients; get a new toothbrush when you catch a cold. A toothbrush teeming with germs can re-infect you!

Give us a call at 801-374-0070.

General Dentistry

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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 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 801-374-0070 to schedule a general dentistry appointment in Utah County, or to ask questions about general dentistry.

Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Provo Dental Patients?

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Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Provo Dental Patients?Hello, welcome to the Hammond 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 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 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 Aesthetic & General Dentistry to schedule an appointment with Drs. Hammond.

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

Drs. Hammond
Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo Utah
801-374-0070
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Let’s Talk About Your Smile

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Let’s Talk About Your SmileWe’re Dr. Chris Hammond of Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Our office is located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo. One of the best things about being Orem area dentists is interacting with our patients. During initial dental consultations, we listen carefully to our patient’s short and long term dental goals.

We enjoy discussing options and developing effective treatment plans tailored specifically to each person. Some of our clients desire a total smile makeover. I explain in detail the treatments available including teeth whitening, dental veneers, orthodontia, crown restoration, and dental implants.

If a client is nervous about undergoing treatment, we discuss oral conscious sedation. Oral conscious sedation, sometimes called oral sedation dentistry, is a great option for anxious patients. Dental visits do not have to be painful!

After the treatment has been completed, it is very gratifying for me to see my patient’s reaction to their new smile.

I never get tired of creating dramatic smile transformations for the best clients in Utah!

If you have been considering a smile makeover, let’s talk about your smile. Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-374-0070 to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation.

Tooth-Colored Fillings in Orem

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Tooth-Colored Fillings in Orem Hello! Welcome to the Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog. If this your first visit, we hope you find useful information about our Provo cosmetic dentistry practice. If you have read some of our previous articles, we are glad you checked back with us. We post new articles regularly.

We are Dr. Chris Hammond, DMD.  We have been practicing dentistry in Provo since 1996. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is a full-service dental office located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo. In addition to providing comprehensive examinations and deep cleanings for clients in the Orem area, we perform all types of tooth restorations.

When a tooth has decay or has been damaged, a dental restoration is needed to ‘restore’ the tooth to its previous intact condition. A dental filling is one of the most common and well-known types of restorations. A dental filling is used to repair decayed or damaged tooth surfaces. Most people have a few fillings in their mouth.

If you have old silver amalgam fillings, we can replace them with nearly-invisible fillings tooth colored. These fillings are made out of a strong composite resin. Many of our Orem general dentistry patients have replaced their old silver fillings with fillings matched to their teeth. You can improve your smile instantly and relatively inexpensively by getting rid of the ‘metal’.

Another reason some Orem clients have had their old fillings replaced is because they are concerned about the possible heavy metal toxicity of the mercury in the silver.

If you would like to replace your amalgam fillings, call us at 801-374-0070 to schedule a consultation. We are currently accepting new patients and would be happy to show you around our Orem cosmetic dental office and introduce you to our friendly team.  We also offer dental sedation for anxious patients.

Smile – it increases your face value!

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo

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Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo Hello! We’re Dr. Chris Hammond, DMD, of Hammond 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 801-374-0070 to schedule a consultation.

We look forward to meeting with you.

Find A Dentist

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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 801-374-0070.  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!

Smile Perfection in Provo

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The most difficult part of attaining perfection is finding something to do for an encore. -Author Unknown

We are perfectionists at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry where we create perfect smiles for our Provo cosmetic dentistry and smile makeover patients.

Here are some of the cosmetic dental procedures we use in smile makeovers at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo.

Implant Dentistry
Dental implants are the ultimate tooth restoration available in Provo, Utah or anywhere else, for that matter. A tooth implant consists of a metal post that is inserted into your jawbone. The post replaces the root of the missing tooth.

After a few months, it meshes with your jawbone to provide the strength and integrity of a natural tooth. A base and natural-looking crown is permanently attached to the post. For most Provo patients with missing teeth, it is the preferred restoration. Implants can also be used to attach dentures and partial dentures for no-slip implant/denture combos.

Crowns
A mainstay of Provo cosmetic dentistry, dental crowns are more beautiful than ever. New fabrication technologies and materials have improved the aesthetics and strength of this restorative option.

Veneers
A veneer is a more conservative treatment than a full crown. This is a good choice for Provo patients whose teeth are structurally sound but have unsightly flaws such as discoloration, chips, cracks, or imperfect shape. Are you one of the many Provo teens adults with dark tetracycline stains? Call us today at 801-374-0070 to say goodbye to tetracycline stains!

Inlays/Onlays
Inlays and onlays (indirect fillings) are designed and fabricated using dental CAD/CAM software. These fillings are strong, attractive, and precisely fitted to the cavity.

Tooth Whitening
Teeth whitening is the crowning touch for a perfect smile. (It’s the only thing you need if you are a fortunate Provo man or woman with perfectly-shaped and aligned teeth.) No one in Provo has to live with dull or stained teeth. Call us today for a teeth whitening consultation at our Provo office.