What services are included in general dentistry at Hillcrest Family Dentistry?

Our general dentistry services include cleanings, exams, digital X-rays, tooth-colored fillings, oral cancer screenings, pediatric dental care, same-day CEREC crowns, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, dry mouth solutions, mouth guards, and nutritional counseling.

Do you treat both children and adults?

Yes, we provide dental care for patients of all ages—from toddlers to seniors. Hillcrest Family Dentistry is proud to be a family-friendly practice in Medford, OR.

Do you offer same-day dental crowns?

Yes, we use advanced CEREC technology to create and place custom dental crowns in a single visit. This eliminates the need for temporary crowns or multiple appointments.

Do you offer clear braces or sleep apnea treatment?

No, Hillcrest Family Dentistry does not offer clear braces, sleep apnea treatment, or laser dentistry at this time. However, we provide many other cosmetic and restorative services.

How do I schedule a dental appointment?

You can schedule your appointment by calling us at (541) 779-4196 or by visiting our contact page at https://hillcrest.dentaldev.online/contact-us/.

Dental Tips for the Holidays - Hillcrest Family Dentistry

1. Eat Food That are Teeth-Friendly

Besides being good for the body, crunchy fruits and vegetables act as natural toothbrushes and help to balance out less healthy splurges.

2. Avoid Sticky, chewy or sugary foods.

Holiday candy and cookies may taste great but they aren’t friends for teeth and gums.

3. Avoid chewing on hard candy or ice cubes.

Crunching on ice or hard candy can lead to cracked or chipped teeth, which are painful and pricey to treat. Whether you’re enjoying a sweet or finishing the ice in your holiday cocktail, let it dissolve naturally. Better yet, skip these items altogether. Ice can cause discomfort for sensitive teeth, and hard candies promote tooth decay.

4. Drink Plenty of Water Daily

Water makes the skin looking bright, freshen your breath, aid in digestion, helps to flush out impurities in your body and can clean away newly formed bacteria in your mouth.

5. Use proper tools to open packages, bottles and nuts.

It can be exciting to open presents and packages, but your teeth aren’t the right tools for the task. Gripping a package or stubborn bottle cap with teeth can crack them, possibly requiring a root canal or crown.

Same for nuts. You shouldn’t use you teeth to shell them. The hard surface of most nutshells can cause serious tooth and gum damage and may also crack teeth.

With time, this using your teeth to open tough items will weaken the enamel and the more fragile edges of your teeth. This can lead to breakage, and an expensive cosmetic repair job.

Give your mouth a gift — reach for scissors, a bottle opener, the nutcracker or whatever tool suited to the task that ISN’T your teeth.

6. Chew Cinnamon Gum

Not only does cinnamon gum can keep your breath fresher for longer, it contains an ingredient called “cinnamon aldehyde.” This is the essential oil that gives the gum that crisp, spicy flavor, but it does more than wake up your salivary glands. It can also hunt down and destroy cavity-forming bacteria. This is a great way to keep bacteria formation to a minimum in between brushes.

7. Choose Light-Colored Or Clear Beverages

To keep your teeth as white as possible this holiday season, opt for light-colored or clear beverages. They will still be very tasty, but they won’t leave your teeth looking any the worse for wear.

8. When Drinking, Nibble On Cheese

Cheese plate

Adult beverages often have high acid content, which over time to wear away at protective tooth enamel. To cut the acid content, nibble on a chunk of cheese in between sips. The alkaline in the cheese neutralizes the acid in the beverage. And the two go well together.

9. Stick To Your Daily Oral Health Routine

Set an intention to stick to your daily oral health routine. Floss twice each day, brush your teeth and tongue, and gargle with a rinse.

10. Schedule Your Post-Holiday Checkup & Cleaning Now

Put it on the calendar now and schedule your post-holiday cleaning and check-up. Once the holidays are over, a visit will help to scrape and wash all the holiday goo.

Request your appointment, we look forward to hearing from you.

Request An Appointment Call Us: (541) 779-4196

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   Kristin Lunde 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Angel Garcia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Kathy Cote 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   J G 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Kirk Melahn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Michael Ussary 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff and Dr Pett were professional and made sure I understood the procedure that was being done. -Mike
  
 
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   Chase Elliott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Chelsea Elena 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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.