Welcome to United Dental Centers

Joining Together to Provide Patients with High-Quality, Family-Friendly Dental Care in a Welcoming Environment

You are more than just your smile, and we know that. My dental team and I focus on our patients’ complete health, taking the time to build lasting relationships and produce healthy teeth, gums, and overall wellness for the future.

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Keeping Our Dental Practice in the Family

As a father-and-son duo, Dr. Kenneth Fried and Dr. David Fried work together to create positive patient experiences during every dental visit at our nearby office.

We Believe in Efficiency

When arriving for a scheduled appointment, you can count on us to respect your time by performing efficient, effective, and high-quality dental work.

We Welcome Patients of All Ages

No matter the age, you and your family are welcome here in our Hammond dental practice. We’re happy to see children, teens, adults, and seniors!

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Improving Hammond Smiles Since 1989

Where Generations Come for Better Oral Health

For more than 30 years, United Dental Centers has helped Hammond residents achieve better oral and overall health. As a family-owned and operated dental practice in your area, we’ve been fortunate to build lasting relationships with generations who continue to entrust us with their smiles. And it is our goal to keep families coming back for the same reliable, friendly, and exceptional dental care we have always provided – from biannual checkups to emergency dentistry and dental implants .

Exceptional Dentistry From Trusted Experts

Get to Know Your Dentists

Our dentists in Hammond deliver more than just healthy, beautiful results. Their ability to provide compassion and optimal service to all patients is why our dental practice near you remains one of the best in the area. Whether you’re coming in for essential preventive care or cosmetic dentistry , like veneers , not only will they listen closely to your concerns, but they’ll work to make you part of the decision-making process so that your voice is heard, your needs are met, and your future smile is exactly what you envision.

Get to Know Our Dentists
Hammond Indiana dentist Doctor David Fried

Dr. David Fried

 Hammond Indiana dentist Doctor Kenneth M Fried

Dr. Kenneth M. Fried

 Hammond Indiana periodontist Doctor Shawn Thomas

Dr. Shawn Thomas

 Hammond Indiana dentist Doctor Maurice Russo

Dr. Maurice Russo

Our Comprehensive Dental Services

How Can We Help You Today?
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I Need a Checkup & Cleaning

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I Have a Cavity or Broken Tooth

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I Want to Enhance My Smile

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I am Missing One or More Teeth

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I Need a Dentist for My Child

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I am In Pain & Need Help
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Best dentist office I ever have been too!!! If I have ever problem they always fix it. I’m terrified of the dentist and they definitely make me feel comfortable.“

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Brittany H., Hammond, IN

United Dental Centers is a great place to get dental work for your gorgeous smile. They have the best team of dentist and staff member. You will not be disappointed!! You will leave this place feeling refreshed.”

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Sea L., Hammond, IN

I always feel comfortable and confident in the care that I receive. Staff is extremely friendly and great care from the dentists. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a new dentists.”

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Emily V., Hammond, IN

Available Dental Payment Options

We Welcome Dental Insurance & Financing

To make dental care more accessible and affordable, we welcome all PPO dental insurance plans and Indiana Medicaid. For uninsured individuals, we also offer flexible financing to help patients stay within their budgets. Simply put, we’re here to make understanding the cost easy!

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We Believe in Serving Our Community
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Our dental practice in your area remains one of the best because of the support provided by Hammond residents. To show our appreciation, we believe in giving back to the community. From Dr. Kenneth Fried’s membership in the Lion’s Club and delivering food to homeless shelters to working with groups that offer care to those with special needs, we’re always ready to help.

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Stop By for a Visit Today

Our nearby dental office is located in Downtown Hammond on Hohman Avenue 2 blocks north of what was previously Saint Margaret's Hospital. Look for us near the intersection of Hohman Avenue and Russell Street. We have plenty of parking behind our building! If you need help finding your way, click the map to receive step-by-step directions.

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