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Your Family Dentist

Posted on November 8, 2013November 14, 2013

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, is a family dentistry practice in Provo Utah.

You find your family dentist at 3575 N 100 E, in Provo Utah. We serve the 84604 zip code with family dentistry.

Our specialties include Cosmetic Dentistry. We often perform dental implants and porcelain veneers.

Family dentistry requires a caring staff. Our commitment is to provide the most comfortable care for your family. Our staff is caring, and ready to greet your family with a friendly smile and home town care.

We look forward to meeting you and your family.

Beware Of Hidden Sugar

Posted on September 13, 2013

We advise our Utah County family dentistry clients at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health problems.

If you are trying to unsweeten your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as obvious as the frosting on a piece of chocolate cake or the powdery stuff in pixie stix.

Here are some foods found in Utah County grocery stores and Orem school cafeterias with a surprisingly high sugar content:

Ketchup
Low Fat versions of snack foods (Manufacturers often replace fat with sugar.)
Salad Dressing
Breads, buns, rolls
Spaghetti Sauce
Protein Bars
Granola
Canned soup
Peanut Butter
Yogurt
Fast food meals (Hamburgers, fries, sandwiches, and salads are often loaded with sugar, not to mention the dessert items.)
Antacids
Cough drops
Fruit smoothies (Even a small serving has a whopping amount of sugar.)

Reading the fine print on labels is a must. The following terms are all types of sugar:

raw sugar, cane sugar, glucose, lactose, galactose, fructose, dextrose, honey, sorghum, molasses, cane sugar, confectioner’s sugar, crystallized cane juice, invert sugar, maltodextrin (or dextrin), maple syrup, concentrated fruit juices, evaporated cane juice (what kind of cane do you think we are talking about?)

Do the math: when shopping at Utah County markets or health food stores, carefully decipher food labels before you buy. Four grams of sugar equals one teaspoon. Add up all the grams of every type of sugar listed and divide by four to truly understand how much sugar an item contains.

At Hammond Aesthetic and General Dentistry, we advocate and practice preventative care for lifelong dental health. For more information on how your diet affects your dental health, contact us at 801-374-0070. If you have a toddler or child who has not yet visited a dentist, call us today for a pediatric oral examination and information on fluoride and sealants. We also offer cosmetic and sedation dentistry.

We are located at 3575 N 100 E in Provo.

7 Steps For A Healthy Smile In Provo

Posted on April 12, 2013October 30, 2015

‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’

Benjamin Franklin coined this phrase in the 1730s as advice for fire safety. However, like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of Provo area life, particularly dental health.

Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures. Some of the most important guidelines are highlighted here.

1. Make a habit of brushing your teeth. Do it twice a day for 2 minutes. Be sure to use an ADA approved toothpaste and toothbrush. They can be purchased at any Provo area drugstore.

2. Don’t forget the floss! Flossing between your teeth daily will do wonders for your teeth and keep your gums healthy too.

3. Wear a protective mouthguard whenever you are engaged in an activity where your mouth could possibly be damaged. This includes many Provo recreation league and school sponsored sports.

4. Don’t smoke. As if you needed yet another reason not to!

5. Avoid piercing your lips, tongue, cheek, or any other part of your mouth that someone decided you should shove a metal bar through. Piercings put you at greater risk for chipped teeth, infection and nerve damage. It’s a dangerous fashion that you’ll want to avoid.

6. Stay away from snacks that have a lot of sugar or starch.

7. Schedule regular family dentistry visits, of course!

My name is Dr. Chris Hammond. Helping our dental patients establish good habits is important to us, and so is helping them achieve the smile they want with cosmetic dentistry procedures such as veneers, teeth whitening and complete smile makeovers.

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry has been serving Provo and surrounding areas since 1996. If you are in the market for an exceptional cosmetic dentist, we invite you to contact us at 801-374-0070 so we can make an appointment for you.

Dr. Hammond
Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo UT, 84604
801-374-0070
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Your Provo Dentist And Cleaning Your Teeth

Posted on March 15, 2013October 30, 2015

Utah is known for its beautiful smiles, and our local Provo community is no exception. Keeping your teeth clean is an important factor in maintaining your beautiful smile. One of the benefits of regularly visiting your local Provo cosmetic dentist is a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits.

Our Provo dental hygienist helps you keep your teeth clean by assessing the condition of your teeth, and recommending improvements to your daily teeth cleaning habits. Our Provo oral hygienist can also professionally clean and polish your teeth at your regular Provo family dentistry check up. You should schedule a regular dental check up every six months.

I am Dr. Chris Hammond and I work at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry located in the state of Utah. We specialize in cosmetic dentistry in the Provo community, including the surrounding areas of Orem and Utah County.

Cleaning your teeth is the simple task of removing plaque (a sticky deposit that gets left on teeth in which bacteria thrives) and tartar (a calcium deposit that forms on teeth and aids in tooth decay). This is done by brushing regularly with a toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, and flossing. Brushing and flossing at least twice each day can keep plaque and tartar from building up on your teeth and results in cleaner, healthier teeth. A regular visit to your local Provo dental hygienist will help you stay on top of problems that can go unseen.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends visiting your local Provo dentist at least once every 6 months for a regular dental check up and teeth cleaning. These regular visits to your dentist potentially prevent the undetected development of problems that can occur from neglecting to clean your teeth.

To keep that beautiful Provo smile in good shape, come in for a dental check up and teeth cleaning.

Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo to make an appointment. You can reach us right now at 801-374-0070.

Dr. Chris Hammond

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth

Posted on March 8, 2013March 5, 2013

We have been creating spectacular smiles at our cosmetic dental practice since 1996. Each one of our Orem area smile makeover clients values their new smile almost as much as we value their trust.

Our loyal patients, along with our dedicated dental team, have made our professional careers particularly rewarding.

Working as a cosmetic dentist in Provo is more than just a job. Likewise, a smile makeover is more than straight, white, beautiful teeth – though that’s a big deal in itself!

Our cosmetic dentistry clients report that their new smile affects many areas of their life. Some have noticed increased effectiveness in their profession. Others enjoy a richer social life because they are now able to smile, laugh, and eat without self-consciousness.

One of our Provo patients who had been embarrassed by his damaged teeth for years says his new youthful smile has given him greater confidence and ambition.

Hello, we’re Dr. Hammond of Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. At our practice, we expertly perform the most advanced cosmetic dental procedures available including teeth whitening, clear braces, dental crowns and bridges, porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, gum contouring, and crown lengthening. We also fill cavities with tooth-colored fillings that blend perfectly with your natural teeth.

Only need a cleaning? Our hygienists perform the most thorough deep cleanings for our family dentistry clients whose healthy smiles need nothing else.

If you don’t currently have a dentist, we invite you to visit our Orem cosmetic and general dentistry practice and discuss your dental goals. To schedule an exam, cleaning, or consultation, contact us today at 801-374-0070.

Pregnancy And Oral Health In Provo

Posted on February 22, 2013February 19, 2013

In today’s Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry blog we will discuss how pregnancy impacts your dental health. We are Dr. Hammond and we want all expectant mothers in Utah County to realize the importance of good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Because of the changes going on in a pregnant woman’s body there are potential dental health issues that may arise.

Many Provo area women experience morning sickness accompanied with vomiting. The gastric acid increases the acidity in the mouth which can easily lead to enamel loss and tooth decay. Heightened levels of progesterone and estrogen may relax the ligaments that support the teeth causing them to loosen.

Most Provo residents have experienced gingivitis, but during pregnancy the hormonal changes increase your risk for gingivitis. Without proper dental care gingivitis can lead to gum disease.

If you are a pregnant Utah County woman, my staff and I at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry recommend using a soft bristled toothbrush for daily brushing. Floss carefully and rinse your mouth with a fluoride wash. If you experience morning sickness, clean your mouth with a baking soda and water mixture.

If you are planning to become pregnant, it is a good idea to have a cleaning and general dentistry exam prior to your pregnancy. If you need any dental procedures, it is a good idea to get them done as soon as possible. If you experience any dental problems during your pregnancy please call and schedule an appointment at 801-374-0070. Untreated dental disease can effect your overall health.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we not only offer excellent family dentistry care to our pregnant clients, we provide quality preventative care and cosmetic dentistry for the entire family. Our Utah County patients can expect professional cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, and laser dentistry.

Dr. Hammond
Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E, Ste 200
Provo, Utah
801-374-0070
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Teeth: What Have They Done For You Lately?

Posted on January 25, 2013January 24, 2013

Welcome to the Utah County dental blog! Today we are going to look at the secret life of our teeth.

The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They need to be because they are there to cut food and their curvature helps move food inside the mouth.

Behind the incisors, you find the canine teeth. Their roots go far into the jaw bone because they are designed to hold onto food and tear through it.

Premolars, found just behind the canines, are flat on the surface. This allows them to crush your food as you chew. And, finally, in the very back are the molars. They are large and have nice, flat chewing surfaces that help them to grind food down into smaller, more digestible pieces.

We’re Dr. Hammond, local Utah County dentists, and we hope you’ve enjoyed learning a little more about the different teeth in your mouth. If you are in the Provo, Orem, or Utah County area and would like to make an appointment at our family dentistry practice, Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, please give us a call at 801-374-0070. We can schedule an appointment and tell you about cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening or dental crowns.

If you’ve ever been interested in a smile makeover, come on in and we’ll discuss the possibilities. We want our Utah County dental patients to have healthy mouths and beautiful smiles. At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we offer comprehensive dental services including:

cosmetic dentistry
sedation dentistry
porcelain veneers

“Soft, Medium, or Buzz Lightyear?”

Posted on January 4, 2013January 3, 2013

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, Dr. Hammond are often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush in Utah County can be as difficult as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices.

If you have visited the dental section of your local Utah County grocery store or Walmart lately, you know what I am talking about. There are brushes with bristles of varying lengths, brushes that massage your gums, and brushes that change color when they are used up. (If I had to rate them purely on their fun factor, I would choose the Spiderman brush.)

Some toothbrush manufacturers claim their brushes freshen your breath or remove stains from your teeth. How do you choose?

One key factor is the firmness of the bristles. Hard bristles may be more effective for cleaning burnt steak off a grill or hard water deposits off a shower floor. However, this does not hold true for your teeth. Medium and firm brushes can damage your gums. Soft and extra-soft bristles are plenty stiff enough to clean plaque, food particles, and surface stains from your teeth. Soft bristles also offer more flexibility for hard-to-reach nooks and crannies.

After having cosmetic dental work or oral surgery in Utah County, especially anything involving soft tissue grafts, make sure you use an extra-soft brush and be careful!

When buying a toothbrush for a child in Utah County, make sure the brush feels comfortable in their hand. If the size and angle feels awkward, the child will be less likely to use it long enough to clean all areas of the mouth. Children do not necessarily need a child-sized tooth brush. Some kids can manage an adult size brush better than a short, narrow child size brush. If you are unsure, ask your Utah County family dentistry professionals at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

What about the electric types and water-shooters? Some Utah County folks like the feeling of vibrating bristles or a mini-squirt gun blasting away at the plaque. Utah County people with arthritis or other movement-inhibiting conditions can benefit from powered brushes which take some strain off hands and arm muscles.

Is your toothbrush doing the job? Schedule an exam at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, our friendly and professional dental hygienists instruct our Utah County pediatric clients and adult patients on proper brushing and flossing. If you haven’t experienced a dental deep cleaning at our general dentistry practice, you don’t know how clean your teeth and gums can feel.

Schedule a thorough dental cleaning today by calling Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-374-0070. An outstanding feature of Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is expertise and a patient-oriented team. We offer porcelain veneers and a full spectrum of restorative dental procedures.

Hammond Aesthetic & Family Dentistry Sealants Prevent Cavities For Provo Kids

Posted on December 28, 2012December 24, 2012

Your child’s first dental exam at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first family dentistry check up at our Provo office, we will tell you about sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth.

Sealants protect the teeth and prevent cavities by filling in the crevasses where food particles can get caught. They are especially effective in the back teeth where most cavities are found.

The application process takes only one short visit at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. The teeth are cleaned, dried, and then liquid sealant is applied to teeth and hardened: it’s quick and painless. Your child will be able to eat right after the appointment.

Sealants are covered by most dental insurance plans. For Provo parents who pay out-of-pocket, sealants are still cost-effective considering the cavities and future visits that can be avoided. Some Provo dental insurance plans have age limitations for sealants. Check your policy if you are unsure of the qualifications. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry recommends having sealants applied as early as possible.

If properly cared for, Hammond Aesthetic and General Dentistry sealants can last for many years, protecting your child during the most cavity-prone ages.

Diligent oral hygiene and refraining from biting into hard objects will help the sealants last longer. Dr. Hammond will check the sealants during routine dental visits and recommend re-application or repair if necessary.

Sealants, brushing and flossing, a balanced diet, and twice-yearly Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry dental visits are essential for pediatric dental health. For more information about sealants or the variety of cosmetic dental services we provide, contact Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry today.

Dr. Hammond
Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
Serving Provo since 1996
https://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com

“Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics, Orem”

Posted on December 21, 2012December 21, 2012

Residents of Orem use the word ‘cavity’ often when discussing dental health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we think it’s great that people are so conscious of their teeth, and we feel that having a greater understanding of exactly what a cavity is will help them take better care of their pearly whites.

Cavities can also be called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged in the hard surface, tiny openings occur. These little holes are cavities. Different factors that contribute to tooth decay are:

Frequent eating
Consuming sugary beverages
Oral bacteria
Insufficient tooth brushing and flossing

Cavities may get so bad that you will see pits or holes in your teeth, but symptoms may be more subtle, such as sensitivity, pain when biting, or a toothache. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should call your Orem family dentist today for an appointment.

If you are in the market for quality dental care in the Orem area, give Dr. Hammond a call. We have been treating cosmetic and family dentistry patients in and around Orem since 1967. We can also answer any questions you have about cosmetic dentistry procedures such as veneers and dental implants.

We hope to hear from you soon!

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