Dr. Robert Hammond was born and raised in Culver City before attending the University of California, Los Angeles for his undergraduate studies in Biology. Dr. Hammond later earned his Dental degree from the University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry graduating in 1966. During that time, he was an active member of various on-campus organizations including the Psi-Omega dental fraternity and Mobile Clinics. After graduating from USC, Dr. Hammond served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force before settling in the Orange County area where he worked with Dr. O’Callahan, the first dentist in Mission Viejo.

In 1977, Dr. Hammond established his practice in Laguna Hills with the goal of creating a practice where good experiences are created. His practice was built on the strong belief in helping others, supporting individual health, and building a strong community. He is a lifetime member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Society.

Dr. Hammond has taken great pride over the years in building trusting relationships with his patients and their families by getting to know multiple generations of the same family, watching the children grow, and being a part of their lives. In his free time, Dr. Hammond enjoys spending time with his family and going out on his boat in Dana Point.