Tooth gems (dental piercing)

Now that summer is almost here, no amount of care is too much to reach the holidays with the perfect look and figure. For that there are details that can make the difference between going unnoticed and standing out.

One of those details may be a fashion that is here to stay, to make your smile special and irresistible. It consists of placing a small gem on the teeth — what is commonly called a dental piercing.

The dental piercing is an adornment for the smile and poses no danger to health when placed by accredited professionals.

Bonding it is simple to carry out, as is the removal procedure. Both can be done in a short time, with no need for any invasive procedure and with no possibility of pain.

These gems come in various colours, adapting to all your wishes.

1. What is it?
A dental piercing is a cut glass crystal that can be placed on one or more teeth, in the position you wish. The crystals come in various sizes and colours. It is an adornment for the smile and poses no danger to health when placed by accredited professionals.

2. How is it placed?
Placing the dental piercing is completely painless and requires no drilling. The crystal is bonded to the surface of the tooth with an adhesive that fixes it in place. It is important to note that no tooth structure is damaged or worn away. Placement normally takes around 15 minutes, since most of the time is spent settling the patient and preparing the material.

3. How long does it last?
A dental piercing normally lasts a long time, provided you take some care with food and oral hygiene.

4. What care should be taken after placement?
You should take extra care with your food. Very hard and fibrous foods can damage the crystal. Oral hygiene does not contribute to its falling off — quite the opposite, it contributes to its longevity, since the build-up of bacterial plaque can lead to its loss. Brushing should be done with the same force and intensity as on any other tooth.

5. If you choose to remove it, will the tooth be compromised in any way?
Removing the dental piercing is a very simple procedure and can be done whenever you wish. You just need to visit your dentist so that they can remove the adhesive left on the tooth.