Tooth Ache Pain The Size of Orem

Provo Tooth Whitening Patients often come into our Provo Utah dental practice and complain about ‘a toothache the size of Orem’. I understand this kind of pain, and realize that when you describe it like that, it really hurts. I can help.

Tooth ache pain for anyone in Provo can be unbearable. At the very least, toothache pain can cause you to avoid eating certain foods, certain temperatures, and even talking. Severe toothache pain can be downright debilitating, forcing patients to go to extreme measures to alleviate the pain.

Around Provo, the most common causes of a tooth ache include tooth infection, decay, injury, and loss of a tooth. Tooth pain can also occur after a tooth has been extracted, or after an oral surgery involving anything from a tooth or your jawbone.

I can help you better understand the source of your tooth ache pain, and in most cases can provide a nearly immediate remedy. In severe cases, we are equipped to council you on a variety of resolutions.

Of course, the best way to avoid tooth ache pain is to visit your Provo dentist often, and to care properly for your teeth including the regular regimen of brushing and flossing.

If you are experiencing tooth ache pain, and just can’t stand it any more, please give me a call; I am standing by to help.

-Dr. Chris Hammond, DMD

801-374-0070


Periodontal Disease in Utah

Periodontal Disease in Utah

Periodontal disease in Utah is more common than you might think, and can be cured with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity.

What is periodontal disease? According to this article on Wikipedia, periodontal disease is ‘the name of a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth.’

Periodontal disease, more commonly called ‘gum disease‘, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions, and can limit your ability to eat normally. In some cases, periodontal disease can affect your smile, and can create cosmetic concerns.

If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be little more than an inconvenience. However the best policy is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay.

One of the best ways to avoid periodontal disease is to get a regular dental check up at your local Provo dentist.

Give us a call at 801-374-0070 to schedule your next dental checkup; we look forward to seeing you.


Provo, Utah Residents Visit the Dentist

Provo, Utah Residents Visit the Dentist

Whether you have lived in Utah for a long time, or are just moving in to the Provo area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, in Provo, Utah, and our specialty is cosmetic dentistry.

You can reach Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry by calling 801-374-0070.

Going to the dentist for the first time in Provo, or if you have not been for while, can be an unsettling experience for both kids and adults. The very idea of a ‘dentist’ seems to hold negative connotation for many people. If you are an adult who is moving to the Provo area, or your child is preparing to visit the dentist for the first time, here are a few tips that may help ease you into regular dental checkups and put you on the path toward increased oral health and wellness.

Choose an Provo dentist who is appropriate for your needs. When you meet your new Provo dentist for the first time, make an effort to ask questions about the care you will receive. Ask questions that are relevant to your situation including questions about experience, age range of patients, and recommended procedures for any conditions you may have. Get to know your Provo dentist so you feel comfortable with the care you will receive.

Introduce yourself to your Provo dentist and get to know the office staff. Visiting the dentist in Provo will seem less of a chore when you feel you have trusted friends who are there to help.

Be prepared to provide your Provo dentist with information. Whether you are experiencing specific pain at that moment, or anticipating a problem, be sure to discuss everything with your dentist. Many patients become intimidated in the office environment and avoid expressing pain or discussing issues. As your dentist, I need to know everything you are experiencing and will be better prepared to help as you ask questions and express your concerns.

I understand that everyone is unique; what works for one person may not work for another. You know what works best for you, and the best way to have a good experience with a Provo dentist is to communicate. Let me know what you are experiencing so that I can make adjustments and help you feel more comfortable and secure.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry our friendly and professional staff will work to make your dental experience a pleasant one. We know it can be frightening to visit the dentist for the first time, or after a long while. We’ll do what we can to make you feel comfortable, secure, and among caring friends.

If you are in Provo, Utah and are ready to visit the dentist again, give us a call at 801-374-0070, or stop by to meet us; we’re excited to meet you.

-Helping Your Smile Last a Lifetime


Provo Dental Emergencies

Provo Dental Emergencies Many people will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, see your Provo dentist as soon as possible!

Following are some immediate treatments:
Broken Tooth: Save any tooth fragments. Rinse mouth with warm water. If the area is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze. A cold compress held on the cheek can reduce swelling and lessen pain. Visit your Provo dentist as soon as you can.

Lost Filling: Save the filling if you can. It can help your dentist determine why it came out. Do not let food get stuck in the hole left by the filling. Do not chew on the tooth. Brush it gently. Call your Provo dentist’s office to schedule an emergency appointment right away.

Displaced Crowns: If there is pain, you may apply a dab of clove oil with a Q-tip to the affected tooth (a common home remedy that may reduce pain). Save the crown. If you can’t see your Provo dentist immediately, you can apply dental cement (available at drugstores) or denture adhesive to temporarily re-attach the crown until you can get to your Provo dentist. Do not use other types of glue or adhesive.

By visiting your Provo dentist as soon as possible, you avoid pain, infection and possible further tooth damage. If you delay treatment, even for a few days, you risk needing more extensive treatment later.

For dental emergencies in and around Orem, call Dr. Chris Hammond at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry. Our phone number is 801-374-0070

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Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo Cares For Teeth

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo Cares For Teeth Dentists in Provo are concerned with your oral health and thus care about the condition of your mouth and all of your many teeth. At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we recognize that your teeth help you both eat and speak. You use your teeth to tear, scrape, and chew food, as well as to form words with your tongue. Teeth are an important part of your oral health and Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry located in Provo, Utah wants to help keep your mouth and teeth healthy.

We humans have two sets of teeth in our lifetime. The first set are your ‘primary teeth’, which many folks often call ‘baby teeth’. Baby teeth typically start to come in at about 6 months old. An average healthy mouth has a total of 20 primary teeth by about age 5.

Your primary teeth will eventually fall out and new teeth known as ‘permanent teeth’ will grow in. Permanent teeth typically begin to come in around age 6, but every person is unique and it could be a little earlier or later. By about age 13 an average healthy mouth should have 28 of the total 32 permanent teeth. The last four permanent teeth may or may not come, but typically come in between the ages of 17 and 21 if they do. Because of the late age that these last teeth come in they are commonly called ‘wisdom teeth’.

Many adults in Provo have their wisdom teeth pulled out because these teeth can be problematic to your oral health, such as crowding a mouth. Other adults in the Provo area may not have these teeth pulled out because they are not causing problems. If you are concerned about the state of your wisdom teeth you can visit our local Provo office and we can help you make a decision.

Caring for all of your teeth whether you are young and have 20 primary teeth or are an adult and have 28 to 32 permanent teeth is important for your overall health. Visiting your Provo dentist regularly, and brushing and flossing daily are great ways to care for your many teeth. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry located in Provo, cares about your oral health and teeth and can be reached by phone at 801-374-0070.


Bright and Healthy Smiles

It doesn’t take a great deal of research to understand that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive. Everybody in Utah likes to see a great smile, and having a great smile is not only healthy for your mouth, but healthy for your self esteem, too.

We are Dr. Chris Hammond, and we are Dentists serving the Provo community with dental services including porcelain veneers. We call our practice ‘Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry‘, and we are located in the Provo, Utah. We provide dental services to the greater Orem area from our dental office in Provo.

If you are looking for a dentist in the Provo area, including Utah County, please contact us. We are currently accepting new dental patients and would love to share with you some new and inexpensive ways to improve your bright and healthy smile.

We know the value of a bright and healthy smile, and can help you improve your smile with our Utah dentistry services including cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, and porcelain veneers; just three of the many dental services we provide at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

Give me a call today, we are looking forward to hearing from you.


Utah Family Dentistry

Utah Family Dentistry

We’re Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, and we practice family dentistry in Utah.

If you are looking for a new Utah family dentistry experience, Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is here for you.

We would like to invite you to bring your Utah family in to our office and see for yourself. You can find us at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200,  in Provo, Utah. We serve the Utah community including the 84604 zip code area.

Or just give us a call at 801-374-0070.

We look forward to seeing you.

-Dr. Chris Hammond, Dentists


Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry Dental News For Provo Utah

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry Dental News For Provo Utah Provo and Orem tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is trained on the safest and most effective products and systems. If you need the latest dental info on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 801-374-0070.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo, we are excited about new light tooth whitening systems. If you are worried about tooth whitening sensitivity, light whitening systems may provide a great solution. It is important to avoid at-home whitening smile products if you are concerned about tooth whitening sensitivity. We recommend administering whitening bleach in a tightly controlled, professional environment such as our dental office in Provo, Utah.

Don’t take chances with something as important as your teeth.

Provo orthodontia patients will appreciate the range of choices now available in braces, too.  Speed braces bring teeth into alignment quicker than any previous teeth straightening systems used in Orem. If you weren’t able to get braces for crooked teeth when you were a kid, it is not too late; with the latest teeth straightening treatments in Utah, you can finally transform your smile without bulky or inconvenient braces. Come to our Provo dental practice and we can show you before and after braces photos, and discuss your options.

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, Provo, Utah 84604.
Give us a call at 801-374-0070, or visit us on the Web at our dental website located at https://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com.


Affordable Dentistry

The worry about finding affordable dentistry in Provo is one of the biggest reasons why many people in the Provo area avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that affordable dentistry is available in Provo at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, and we want to help you get the dental care you need at an affordable price.

We specialize in affordable dentistry including cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and porcelain veneers.

Our affordable dentistry options include offering various payment methods. We also have an experienced staff who can review insurance options and discuss payment planning to help you afford your dental care.

Affordable dentistry is available to everyone in the Provo community. Give the friendly and professional staff at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry a call to discuss how we can provide you and your family dentistry.

Our office is located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, in Provo UT. We service the 84604 zip code area.

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Veneers Create Stunning Smiles in Orem

Veneers Create Stunning Smiles in Orem Veneers have myriad applications in Provo cosmetic smile dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work.

Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many Orem dental clients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they look twenty years younger!

Have your teeth developed uneven edges? Tooth grinding, natural wear and other factors can roughen tooth edges. Veneers are a minimally invasive correction for uneven tooth edges. Veneers are a popular treatment for Provo cosmetic dentistry patients.

Do you have chips or cracks in your teeth? If your teeth are otherwise healthy, veneers provide a flawless tooth surface. Are your teeth yellow or gray? Veneers can fix that, too. Veneers can be fabricated in any shade to perk up your smile while still blending naturally with your skin tones.

Porcelain veneers are paper-thin, tooth-shaped covers that are affixed to the front of teeth. Traditional veneers required the removal of a thin layer of tooth structure. Prepless veneers are applied to unaltered teeth.

Veneers are strong, natural looking and one of the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedures in Orem and Utah County. Veneers are usually far less expensive than complete crowns, yet they are just as strong and beautiful.

Provo aesthetic dentists love veneers because they correct a multitude of tooth problems. At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we would be happy to show you what veneers can do for you. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is located at 3575 North 100 East, Suite 200, in Provo, Utah. We provide premium dental care for many of your friends and neighbors in the greater Orem area. Our phone number is 801-374-0070.

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