Cosmetic Dentistry

Straighten Teeth Fast in Provo

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Color Braces Poorly aligned teeth? Think it takes forever for braces to straighten them? Think again. There are many new types of braces available in Provo. In some cases, teeth can be straightened in a few months and then, with braces off–a fantastic new smile.

If you are considering straightening your teeth, come into Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo for an cosmetic dentistry consultation. We can discuss the new types of braces.  Dr. Chris Hammond, DMD, will explain the pros and cons of each type and recommend the most effective (and quickest!) system for your teeth.

The first things most adult Provo teeth-straightening clients ask about are the newer systems, sometimes called clear braces and adults braces. Invisalign is a popular orthodontic system in Provo. Many of our adult orthodontic patients have been embarrassed by their crooked teeth for many years and have developed a habit of covering their mouth when they smile. It is great to see them smiling confidently after they have completed treatment.

Younger clients usually have a different attitude about braces. They seem to consider braces more like a fashion accessory and are not afraid to show them off. Provo area teens are interested in color braces and colored rubber bands braces. During orthodontic consultations, they usually ask about the possibility of a clear retainer to maintain teeth alignment after their braces have done their job.

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
801-374-0070

-Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

Beware Of An Acidic Diet In Orem

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Orem tooth strengthening Most Orem folks don’t often think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with chemical processes that occur continually.

The protective enamel that covers the softer interior is made of minerals. Enamel demineralizes (loses some of its density) when coming in contact with acids. Saliva can dilute and neutralize acid so the tooth can remineralize (re-harden). This process isn’t instantaneous, however. While the enamel is soft, the tooth is vulnerable to losing a microscopic outer layer of enamel. If the erosion continues, the much softer dentin is exposed. Eventually, the tooth may need to be extracted.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we are noticing an increase in cases of serious acid erosion. It is apparent that the typical Orem diet is becoming more acidic.

The list of acidic foods may surprise you. They include eggs, gravy, asparagus, chicken, cottage cheese, honey, fish, ham, butter, sour cream, aged cheese, and yogurt with active cultures. Generally, food with a high sugar or artificial sweetener content are highly acidic.

Now let’s talk about drinks. You probably already know that soda pop and wine are not good for your teeth. Orem teens that sip soda all day can have acid erosion while their young teeth should be at their strongest. In addition to soda, energy drinks are very popular in Utah and Orem cosmetic dentists are noticing the effects on their dental patients’ tooth enamel.

If you drink soda or energy drinks often, you may want to drink water or chew sugarless gum after downing a can. Stimulating saliva production can speed up the remineralization process.

If your teeth have become more sensitive in general, or in response to hot or cold foods or beverages, you may have acid erosion. To schedule an examination with Dr. Chris Hammond at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, call 801-374-0070 today.

We are a full-service cosmetic dental office with hundreds of satisfied clients in Provo and Orem We are located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo. We are working to raise awareness of the oral health dangers of acid erosion. We hope you have benefited from this Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog article and look forward to your visit.  We also offer cosmetic dentistry and sedation dentistry services.

Do You Love Your Smile?

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Orem Cosmetic Dentistry The Provo people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in Provo were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an experienced Provo aesthetic dentist.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, Dr. Chris Hammond DMD provide the state-of-the-art procedures that deliver dazzling, flawless teeth for our cosmetic dentistry clients. We treat patients from 20 to 80. You are never too young or too old to improve your smile; but it will definitely make you feel younger!

Two common smile-killers are yellow enamel and chipped teeth.

Discolored Teeth

Few Provo people have pearly white smiles that stay that way forever. Even with consistent brushing, flossing and regular dental cleanings, our teeth darken as we age. Fortunately, the most affordable Provo cosmetic dentistry procedure is tooth whitening. Picture yourself with a celebrity-caliber smile. It is possible with safe and affordable teeth whitening at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

Damaged Teeth

Our teeth work hard for us day after day, year after year. Sometimes they get chipped or cracked in the process. If you would like to fix your tooth flaws, schedule a consultation by calling Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-374-0070. We use porcelain veneers every day to remedy tooth trauma. Cosmetic bonding has been used with fabulous results for many years and bonding is usually a fraction of the price of a crown.

Ask Hammond which of our Provo cosmetic dentistry procedures can be completed in one appointment. How about a same-day smile makeover?

If you have never been eager to show your teeth when you smile or laugh, now is the time to change that. Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry today at 801-374-0070 to schedule a smile design consultation.

Bad Breath Is No Fun For Provo Residents

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Bad Breath Is No Fun For Provo Residents Imagine you are starting a new job in Utah County and meeting your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry about bad breath. Perhaps your breath is not as a pleasant as you had hoped. Bad breath is a worry and possible embarrassment for many residents of Utah County, from ages 20 to 80. Regular dental checkups with cosmetic and general dentistry practice Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry can help alleviate your concern over bad breath. We have been addressing bad breath since 1996.

The technical term for bad breath is halitosis. Many factors can cause or contribute to halitosis. One of these factors is the food you eat. Onions and garlic are both known for having a potent affect on your breath. Simply observing the foods you eat here in Utah County can result in a change in your breath.

In most cases, bad breath originates in your mouth. Transient bad breath can be resolved through eating or brushing, and is a temporary condition usually associated with a dry mouth. Persistent bad breath can be a serious problem effecting as much as 25 percent of our Utah County residents. Persistent bad breath can be caused by dry mouth, and is made worse when food is not cleared away properly.

Brushing and flossing daily is a critical step in curing bad breath. Food particles can build up in your mouth and foster bacteria which can cause bad breath. This not only includes the food particles that may get stuck between your teeth, but also the food that collects around your gums or on your tongue. Brushing and flossing daily can help reduce the amount of food particles that stay in your mouth and cause bad breath. Regular visits to Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo can also reduce or eliminate the progression of bad breath.

Other factors that can contribute to bad breath for Utah County residents include dry mouth, tobacco use, and health concerns such as infections. Come visit Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry located in Utah County; we’ll provide you with information about bad breath treatment in a professional environment. Give us a call at 801-374-0070 to set up an appointment.  We also offer cosmetic dentistry services in Utah County.

Dr. Chris Hammond

Prevention-Oriented Dentistry

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tooth decay pictures at https://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com Are you a Orem area parent of young children? Do you want them to develop better oral hygiene habits than you did when you were young? Perhaps you have a beautiful smile and want to prevent tooth decay. Many Orem people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to their collection.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we have a prevention-oriented philosophy of dental care.

Your first step toward dental health begins with a prevention consultation with Dr. Chris Hammond.

Orem dental patients of all ages need to start with an exam to determine their current status. Your dental condition is influenced by your dietary habits, previous dental work, physical health, medications, lifestyle and family history. After a comprehensive analysis, Dr. Chris Hammond can establish a decay prevention plan just for you.

A prevention plan is a multi-faceted approach designed to maintain optimum dental health. It involves affordable preventative general dentistry services at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Twice-yearly exams reveal early problems before they progress. Deep cleanings prevent a multitude of serious dental issues for our Orem and Utah County patients who faithfully keep their regular cleaning appointments.

Oral health cannot be maintained solely in our office. Daily brushing and flossing is essential. A healthy diet is necessary and will deliver benefits to your whole body – not just your teeth.

If you suspect you have a cavity or gum disease, call us at 801-374-0070 before it gets worse. We can successfully treat your current problems and restore your dental health. In addition, we will set you on the path toward a healthier future.  We also offer cosmetic dentistry and sedation dentistry services.

-Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

Pediatric Dentistry

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If you have children in the Orem area, there is no better time to consider pediatric dentistry than right now.

The best time to start your Orem children on a pediatric dentistry program is when their teeth first appear. This may seem a bit early, however it is a great time to become acquainted with family dentistry options, learn training techniques for teaching your children, and assessing the health of your child’s teeth before problems begin.

We can also help you identify pediatric dentistry programs and services in the Orem area, for you child. If you have questions about pediatric dentistry, please give us a call at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We are Dr. Chris Hammond, and our friendly and professional staff will be more than happy to talk with you about pediatric dentistry.

Remember: The best time to consider pediatric dentistry is while you have options. Waiting until problems appear reduces your options and misses the very reason we are concerned about pediatric dentistry; to help your child grow healthy and strong teeth that will last a lifetime.

Bring your questions to our friendly and professional staff at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We are located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo, Utah.

We are looking forward to seeing you, and to discussing pediatric dentistry with you and your children.  We also provide cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry services.

‘Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime’, 801-374-0070

What Is Laser Dentistry?

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Affordable Orem Tooth Whitening The word ‘LASER’ is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly-concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Utah industry including communications, researching, manufacturing, entertainment and medicine.

Lasers are now used in some technologically-advanced Utah County dental practices on both hard (tooth) and soft (gum) tissue. Lasers allow Utah County cosmetic dentists a degree of precision that was previously impossible.

How does laser dentistry benefit our Utah County dental patients?

  • Fewer stitches (some surgical procedures require no sutures)
  • Shorter healing time
  • Decreased chance of infection
  • Less damage to surrounding tissue/bone
  • Increased patient comfort – anesthesia is often unnecessary

Utah County dentists use lasers in crown lengthening, decay detection, bacteria removal in root canals, gum recontouring, biopsy, lesion removal, and tooth whitening.

If you are interested in any of these procedures, call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-374-0070.  Dr. Chris Hammond has been providing unsurpassed general and cosmetic dentistry since 1996.

The latest dental technology is useless without the skill and experience necessary to deliver the best possible outcomes. Let us show you some photos of the results we routinely achieve at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Utah County.

-Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime

This Is The Year For A New Smile!

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Orem Cosmetic Dentistry

Hello, I am Chris Hammond. Welcome to my Orem dental blog.

Because my chosen profession is cosmetic dentistry, I create total smile makeovers for my clients.

If you are not familiar with the latest dental advances, you might not realize what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. We have dedicated our professional life to creating perfect smiles. If you are not satisfied with your smile, or are embarrassed by the condition of your teeth, we hope you will call to schedule a free consultation. Our phone number is 801-374-0070.

The truth is: you don’t have to go through life with an unattractive smile.

When we talk to a valued Orem patient who trusted me with their smile makeover earlier in my career, it is gratifying to see that their teeth still look terrific.

Because the art and science of cosmetic dentistry procedures advance with the speed of technology, the smile makeovers we perform now are even quicker and easier. The materials for fillings, dental crowns, dental veneers, and dental implants are incredibly strong, translucent, and beautiful in every way.

There are few investments in life that bring daily appreciation like cosmetic dentistry. To book a cosmetic dental consultation today, call 801-374-0070 or visit /about.htm. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200 in Provo, Utah.

We offer the full spectrum of cosmetic dental procedures. You can read more about our smile makeovers and general dentistry procedures at /about.htm.

Make this year special with a beautiful new smile!

Whiter Teeth in Provo Utah

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Whiter Teeth in Provo Whiter Teeth in Provo is as easy as picking up the phone and making an appointment with Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. We specialize in teeth whitening for patients in the Provo area including the greater Orem.

A whiter smile can make all the difference in your self confidence. Whiter teeth brighten your smile and give you a reason to show off your teeth with a beautiful big smile.

We can help you whiten your teeth through a number of solutions that range in cost, from less expensive teeth whitening treatments that you can do yourself at home, to professional treatments that we can perform here in our office like Zoom whitening.

If you are interested in a brighter smile, and whiter teeth, give our cosmetic dentistry practice a call and make an appointment. The hardest part will be dialing the phone, and in no time we’ll have you smiling bright.

Give us a call at 801-374-0070.

Healthy Teeth in Provo

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Implant Anchored Dentures in Provo Are you one of the fortunate Provo people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Many Provo dental clients believe that keeping their teeth healthy into the golden years is unlikely if not impossible.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we are happy to assure you that this is a myth. With proper dental hygiene, regular dental exams and cleanings, and a healthy lifestyle, your teeth can serve you throughout your life.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we help clients of all ages, including those in their seventies and eighties, maintain their beautiful smiles. Dentures are not inevitable. Even if you already wear dentures, don’t give up.

You can improve your smile and your life with new dental implant anchored dentures available in Provo at our state-of-the-art dental practice.

These new fixed dentures won’t slip and slide in your mouth, so you can start eating confidently again.

Our office is friendly and relaxed. You don’t need to worry about being embarrassed if your teeth have not seen a dentist or hygienist for a while. We can treat your dental problems and put you on the path for better oral health in the future.  Ask about our  many cosmetic dentistry procedures such as porcelain veneers and teeth whitening.

Remember, without dental health, you are never truly healthy. Call 801-374-0070.