Convenient Access from Indian Hills
Homes along Mohawk Lane, Bannock Drive and Navajo Lane are roughly 6 minutes from Matthews Smiles Dental, our family-owned office on University Avenue in north Provo. For households that want a dentist near Indian Hills without a cross-town trip, that short drive covers parents, grandparents and teenagers in clear braces alike. Our two doctors see adults for everything from routine cleanings to gum care, fillings and sleep apnea treatment.
From Mohawk Lane in the middle of the neighborhood, follow Bannock Drive to 2950 North and head west to Canyon Road. Turn north on Canyon Road, then west on 3700 North as it drops toward University Avenue (US 189). Just before the avenue, 100 East leads into the lot at 3610 N University Ave #200, Provo, UT 84604.
Count on 1.9 miles and about 6 minutes for the full trip. Timpview High School sits on the western edge of Indian Hills, Rock Canyon Park lies just to the south, and Kyhv Peak rises above it all to the east. Open our Google Maps listing for turn-by-turn help, and see the Rock Canyon and Edgemont pages for the neighborhoods next door.
Steady Care for Indian Hills' Settled Foothill Streets
Indian Hills sits high on the Wasatch foothill bench in northeast Provo, one of the eight neighborhoods in the city's North District. North Foothill Drive, Indian Hills Drive and Bannock Drive carry most of its traffic, and the mountains climb straight up from the back fences. Lots here are zoned for one-family homes, and most houses are owner-occupied, many of them built around the 1970s.
Neighborhoods like this reward continuity. People who have owned the same house for twenty years usually want a dentist who will still be there in another twenty. Matthews Smiles Dental has been family owned and operated for more than 45 years, and Dr. JD Ashman grew up right here in Utah County.
Many homes on these streets hold teenagers as well as adults, and each age brings different needs. One office that keeps everyone's records, x-rays and treatment history in one place saves a lot of repeated paperwork and phone calls.
Comfort is built into every visit. Warmed neck pillows ease longer appointments, and essential oil diffusers keep the treatment rooms calm. If anxiety has kept you from the chair, sedation is available for any procedure the office provides.
Teens, Parents and Light Sleepers: Dental Notes for Indian Hills
Timpview High, on the edge of Indian Hills, is a 5A school that fields 11 competitive sports. That makes sports the most common source of dental surprises in many local homes. A blow to the mouth can loosen, chip or crack a tooth, and quick attention gives the best chance of keeping it.
When an injury happens, the team strives to fit you into the schedule as soon as possible. Dr. Blake Matthews is a member of the BYU Sports Medicine & Dentistry Team, so athletic injuries are familiar territory. New patients can start with a $69 emergency exam that includes a periapical x-ray.
Teenagers who want straighter teeth without metal brackets are good candidates for clear braces, and parents often decide to straighten their own smiles at the same time. Among adults, snoring is another frequent topic. Loud, regular snoring can signal sleep apnea, and the doctors can talk through whether treatment through a dental office fits your situation.
Gum health deserves attention as the years add up, too. Tender or bleeding gums are easy to ignore, yet they respond best to care that starts early.
Because the drive is so short, scheduling is rarely the hard part. The office opens at 8 AM every weekday, so a parent can finish a cleaning and still start work on time. Closing time is 5 PM Monday through Thursday and 4 PM on Friday.
How a Dentist Near Indian Hills Can Help Your Household
Clear Braces
A discreet way for Timpview teens and their parents to straighten teeth. The clear design keeps attention on the smile instead of on brackets in class photos.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings and repairs for teeth chipped on a field or worn down over decades. Fixing damage early keeps more of the natural tooth in place.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
For foothill residents whose snoring keeps a partner awake. The doctors review your symptoms and talk through how dental treatment for sleep apnea might help.
Periodontics
Deep cleanings and ongoing gum care for adults who notice bleeding, tenderness or receding gums. Steady treatment protects the bone that holds teeth in place.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and x-rays every six months. Because the drive is so short, a checkup fits easily between morning errands on Canyon Road.
Meet Your Provo Dentists
Dr. Blake Matthews serves as a mentor and instructor for the White Cap Institute, teaching aesthetics, implants and grafting to other dentists. Dr. JD Ashman is a Timpanogos High graduate who went on to Utah Valley University for biology before earning his DMD at Western University of Health Sciences.
Insurance & Financing
Larger plans, such as clear braces for a teenager or gum treatment for a parent, can be spread out through Cherry or CareCredit. The office also works with a multitude of insurance providers and files the claims for you. Details on every payment option are on our forms and financial options page.
What Our Patients Say
Our patients are some of our biggest advocates, and we could not be more grateful for their kind words and support. Hereโs what some of them have to say about their experiences at our dental office:
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Matthews Smiles Dental from Indian Hills, and how do I get there?
Our office is 1.9 miles from Mohawk Lane, the middle of Indian Hills, about a 6-minute drive. The route follows Bannock Drive, 2950 North, Canyon Road and 3700 North to University Avenue. Few households in north Provo have a dentist near Indian Hills this close, so even a longer appointment rarely takes up the whole morning.
What is the tall peak that rises above Indian Hills?
That is Kyhv Peak, which reaches 7,876 feet near the mouth of Rock Canyon. The peak received its current official name in 2022. It sits north and east of Provo and dominates the view from most streets in the neighborhood, especially along North Foothill Drive.
Are the doctors used to treating sports injuries for Timpview athletes?
Yes, athletic injuries are familiar to this office. Dr. Matthews belongs to the BYU Sports Medicine & Dentistry Team, and the practice repairs chipped, cracked and loosened teeth. After a hit to the mouth during practice or a game, call right away, because the team strives to see urgent cases as soon as possible.
Can an Indian Hills teenager and a parent both get clear braces here?
Yes, the office offers clear braces to teenagers and adults. Many parents decide to straighten their own teeth once they see how discreet the treatment is for their teen. Treatment for each person starts with an exam, and Cherry or CareCredit financing can spread the cost of two plans over time.
What comfort options help a nervous patient relax?
Several, starting the moment you sit down. Warmed neck pillows, essential oil diffusers and warm blankets are part of a normal visit, and headphones with music help block out office sounds. For deeper anxiety, sedation is available for any procedure the office performs, so even a long treatment can feel manageable.
Schedule Your Visit from Indian Hills
Whether you need a checkup, a repair after a game or a plan for clear braces, a dentist near Indian Hills is just down the hill. Call 385-481-7562 to book. Neighbors from Orem to the foothills can find their own community on our areas we serve page or learn more on our Dentist Provo, UT homepage.