Convenient Access from Lehi
Plan on about 22 minutes down I-15 to reach Matthews Smiles Dental from the city's historic downtown. Our family-owned office is in north Provo, close to the Orem line, and two doctors handle everything from routine cleanings to clear braces, cosmetic work and implants. Tech workers, young parents and longtime residents who want a dentist in Lehi, UT commuters can reach on the way to or from work will find us a straightforward drive south.
Start at the Lehi City Library at 120 North Center Street, take 100 East to Main Street and follow Main east to the I-15 interchange. Head south on I-15 for about 7.5 miles, past American Fork and Lindon, and exit at 800 North (SR-52) in Orem. Go east to State Street, turn south, then turn east on 800 South, which becomes 3700 North in Provo and brings you to our office at 3610 N University Ave #200, Provo, UT 84604. The full trip runs about 14 miles.
Before you leave, open directions to our office in Google Maps. Nearby neighbors can see our pages for American Fork and Pleasant Grove.
A Long-Standing Practice for the Valley's Fastest-Moving City
The City of Lehi calls itself the gateway of Utah County, and it has grown into one of the biggest cities in the valley. The 2020 census counted roughly 76,000 people, up from about 47,000 ten years earlier. Much of that growth followed the Silicon Slopes tech corridor, which brought new offices, new subdivisions and thousands of young professionals to the north end of Utah Valley.
Fast growth can make it hard to find a dental office that will still be there in ten years. Ours has been family owned and operated for more than 45 years, with the same commitment to long-term relationships. Patients who move from an apartment near Thanksgiving Point to a house on the west side can keep the same doctors and the same records.
We pay attention to the details that make a visit easier. An office concierge greets you and helps with paperwork, and headphones with music let you tune out the sounds of treatment. You can read about the rest on our amenities page.
The city is also an old town at heart. It was incorporated on February 5, 1852, the sixth city in Utah to incorporate, and the Main Street Historic District still anchors downtown. The Lehi Roller Mills, a brick flour mill from 1905, and the Hutchings Museum on Center Street remind residents of that history.
What Lehi Households Should Weigh When Planning Dental Care
Few places in Utah skew younger. The median age at the last census was in the mid-twenties, and well over half of households had children at home. For the adults in those households, the challenge is keeping their own cleanings and exams on the calendar while everyone else's schedule comes first.
Education is a big part of city life, too. Lehi High School and Skyridge High School belong to the Alpine School District today, and Mountainland Technical College has a local campus for adults training for new careers. Students in their early twenties are often ready for a wisdom teeth evaluation or a smile upgrade before starting work.
Parents in their late twenties and thirties have their own needs. Long hours at a desk, coffee at every meeting and skipped lunches can lead to staining, sensitivity and cavities. Grinding during stressful work weeks can chip edges and wear down enamel over time.
Tech jobs come with their own dental patterns. Screen-heavy days invite grazing on snacks and sipping sweet drinks at the desk, which keeps teeth bathed in sugar for hours. Rinsing with water after snacks, keeping a travel toothbrush in a laptop bag and sticking to twice-yearly cleanings go a long way.
Commuting also eats into free time. Many residents drive I-15 every day, and the stretch south to Orem is heavily congested at rush hour. A first appointment at 8 AM, Monday through Friday, lets a commuter finish a cleaning before the workday fully gets going.
Weekends often revolve around Thanksgiving Point, with Ashton Gardens, the Butterfly Biosphere, the Museum of Ancient Life and the Museum of Natural Curiosity. A quick weekday checkup keeps those Saturdays free for gardens and museums.
Five Ways a Dentist in Lehi, UT Commuters Can Reach Fits Your Week
Cosmetic Dentistry
Video calls and client meetings put your smile front and center. Dr. Matthews has focused on cosmetic dentistry since 1994 and can help brighten, reshape or balance teeth that bother you.
Clear Braces
Tooth-colored brackets straighten teeth without the metal look. They suit teens at Skyridge or Lehi High as well as adults who skipped orthodontics years ago.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, x-rays and fluoride keep long workdays and constant coffee from taking a toll. Regular visits keep small spots from turning into fillings.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Feeling worn out after a full night of sleep, or hearing that you snore, can point to sleep apnea. Our office offers treatment for patients who need help resting better.
Dental Implants
An implant replaces a missing tooth with a fixed post and crown. It is a long-term solution for adults who lost a tooth to injury or decay.
Not sure where to start? A first visit typically pairs an exam with x-rays and a cleaning, followed by a clear explanation of anything we find. From there, you decide what to tackle first and how to fit it around work, travel and family plans.
Meet Your Provo Dentists
Dr. JD Ashman, who grew up nearby, earned a biology degree at Utah Valley University and his DMD at Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Blake Matthews holds memberships in the American Dental Association and the Utah Dental Association, and he is a past President of the Utah Valley Dental Association.
Insurance & Financing
Whether your benefits come through a tech employer or a private plan, we work with a multitude of insurance providers and file claims for you. Before treatment, you get a detailed breakdown of what you will owe. CareCredit and Cherry can spread out the cost of braces or implants.
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 Lehi, and how do I get there?
From the Lehi City Library the office is about 14 miles away, a drive of roughly 22 minutes. Take Main Street to I-15 south, exit at 800 North in Orem, then use State Street and 800 South, which becomes 3700 North. For anyone choosing a dentist in Lehi, UT drivers can reach without backroads, the freeway does the heavy lifting.
Can a Silicon Slopes employee fit a cleaning into the workday?
Yes, especially with an early slot. The office opens at 8 AM Monday through Friday, and a routine cleaning and exam usually fit into a morning before meetings begin. Some patients who work toward Orem or Provo book late-afternoon visits instead and head home afterward.
Which I-15 exit should Lehi drivers use to start the trip?
Most drivers from the city center use the Main Street interchange. It is one of five I-15 exits in the city, and it sits closest to the library, the historic district and downtown. From there, I-15 south carries you past American Fork and Lindon to the 800 North exit in Orem.
Is there a new-patient offer for new patients from Lehi without dental insurance?
Yes. New patients without insurance and without periodontal disease can start with an $89 cleaning, exam, x-ray and fluoride treatment. Spouses can book back to back so one trip down I-15 covers both visits. If a tooth is already hurting, a $69 emergency exam with a periapical x-ray is another way to begin.
Is cosmetic dentistry practical for busy tech professionals?
Yes. Many cosmetic treatments take only a visit or two, and planning them around a product launch or conference is simple. Dr. Matthews is a graduate of the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum and belongs to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. A consultation shows which options fit your teeth and goals.
Schedule Your Visit from Lehi
From the historic Main Street district to the newest subdivisions, residents have a direct freeway route to our office. When you are ready to choose a dentist in Lehi, UT residents can count on, call 385-481-7562. Check the full list of areas we serve or explore our Dentist Provo, UT homepage.