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How Often Should You Get a Dental Cleaning?

Posted: Sep 22, 2026

Regular dental cleanings are one of the simplest ways to protect your teeth and gums. Even with consistent brushing and flossing at home, plaque and…

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Comparison of dental implants and dentures for tooth replacement in Medford OR

Dental Implants vs. Dentures: Which Tooth Replacement Option Is Right for You?

Posted: Aug 27, 2026

Losing one or more teeth can affect much more than the appearance of your smile. Missing teeth can make chewing difficult, affect speech, and allow…

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Dentist examining a cracked tooth in a patient at Hillcrest Family Dentistry in Medford OR

Is a Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency?

Posted: Jul 30, 2026

A cracked tooth may not always seem like a serious problem, especially if it doesn’t cause immediate pain. However, even a small crack can weaken…

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Dentist examining a patient's dental crown at Hillcrest Family Dentistry in Medford OR

7 Signs It’s Time to Replace an Old Dental Crown

Posted: Jun 27, 2026

A dental crown is designed to protect and restore a damaged tooth for many years. While crowns are durable, they do not last forever. Everyday…

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Patient receiving preventive dental care at Hillcrest Family Dentistry in Medford OR

How Preventive Dentistry Saves You Time, Money, and Stress

Posted: May 26, 2026

When life gets busy, it can be tempting to delay dental visits until something feels wrong. Unfortunately, dental problems rarely improve on their own. Small…

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Close-up of inflamed gums showing early signs of gum disease in Medford OR patient

How Gum Disease Starts—and How to Stop It Early in Medford, OR

Posted: Apr 19, 2026

Gum disease does not begin with pain. It starts quietly, often without obvious symptoms, and progresses slowly until damage becomes difficult to reverse. By the…

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I can't say enough great things about Dr. Pett and the entire team at Hillcrest Family Dentistry! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. The office is spotless, modern, and has a very calming atmosphere, which immediately put me at ease. Dr. Pett is truly exceptional—thorough, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain every step of my procedure and answered all my questions with patience and care. I felt completely comfortable throughout my visit, and the quality of work was outstanding. The staff is also amazing! My hygienist, Brandi, always puts me at ease. The front desk, one of the dental assistants, Ashley and the office manager Kristen are friendly, efficient, and always accommodating when it comes to scheduling. I never feel rushed, and they genuinely care about their patients' well-being. Dr. Pett recently took over this office and we could not be more pleased! I highly recommend Hillcrest Family Dentistry!!!
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I personally have a lot of dental anxiety. Dr.Pett and his staff made me very comfortable in tending to my dental concerns. I love the dynamic between Dr.Pett and his team. Very professional and caring.
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During a regular cleaning I found out that I needed my bridge replaced. This was not something that I wanted to hear but knowing that it was important to do I scheduled this for February, 2025. I was concerned about being highly anxious and let the staff know. The dentist Kyle Pett wanted to know what they could do to make me feel better about this and help with the anxiety. As they prepared me for the first part of removing my existing bridge they explained what was going to happen and ask if I was doing alright. I was quite impressed with how well they made me feel comfortable. Checked with me often to see if I needed a break and was OK. I appreciate them. Thanks I would highly recommend this office.
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The moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile by the front desk. The back office staff were very friendly and caring about my dental needs. Dr.Pett was very professional and informative. Definitely recommending him to my friends and family.
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The staff at Hillcrest Family Dentistry are the nicest my wife and I have ever come across. We have been at dentist offices where it's easy to see the idea is money making. At Hillcrest, the goal is healthy patients. It not just shows in the work and care they give, but the explanations of what needs to be done and why. We have searched our whole lives for a dentist of Dr. Pett's quality, but throw in an entire staff? We are set now. Funny, I want this office to thrive, but I feel like I'm sharing my favorite fishing hole.
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Bruce Rhodes
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Dr. V was my most favorite dentist ever. And so, I was a bit leery to know that he was retiring. Well, I was thoroughly surprised and overjoyed after I met, Dr. Pett, the new dentist at Hillcrest Family Dentistry. I love him already. (As a patient who HATES going to the dentist, my first impression was delightful. I am an excellent judge of people and he will be a great asset to the clinic. He has already replaced an old crown in my mouth and I barely knew it was happening. And, it fit perfectly). Necia Egan --- the best of the best. She is such a caring, excellent hygienist and an overall excellent person. Front office staff - both are so welcoming. Kristen works her tail off to answer all questions about charges/billing, etc. and always greets me as a friend. Consider making Hillcrest Family Dentistry your dental home.
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Staff and Dr Pett were professional and made sure I understood the procedure that was being done. -Mike
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Very friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable staff. After my previous dentist retired I switched to Hillcrest and they pointed out some areas to improve upon, and took their time to explain in detail their findings.
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The entire experience going into this practice as a new patient was by far the most thoughtful and thorough I’ve had in any sort of dental environment. The staff are all incredibly friendly and kind and the hygienist, assistant , and the dentist especially were all really intuitive and helpful and gentle throughout my cleaning and procedures and adapting to my personal needs throughout. Will definitely stay on as a regular patient and will be taking my children there as well.
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