Enhance your smile with dental jewellery

What is it exactly?

Dental jewellery is cosmetic dentistry and usually consists of tiny metal pieces, Swarovski or other jewels that are attached directly to the surface of the tooth. There are also non-metallic options, such as porcelain or ceramic jewellery, for those who want to avoid the metallic look. These types of jewellery are fitted and removed by dental professionals and can be changed over time depending on the occasion or mood. You may choose your desired colour, birthstone, or a charm that reflects your personality, profession or hobby. Whether you're looking for a subtle accent or something dramatic, jewellery for teeth can make your natural tooth shine brighter than ever.

Because tooth jewellery may be removed or changed to a different dental gem or colour when you get tired of it, it has the advantage of being reversible. After that, a dental hygienist can do the necessary professional cleaning, such as scaling and polishing, to maintain optimal oral health.

How is the tooth jewel applied?

A special adhesive is used to attach the jewellery, which comes in a variety of styles, to the incisors or front teeth as an embellishment. Twinkles, Dazzlers, Skyces and Grills are their names. You can apply the dental jewellery yourself or have it professionally applied at a dental clinic.

Tooth jewellery requires either good tooth structure or an intact filling underneath. After a little polishing of the tooth surface, a special adhesive is applied to the desired tooth. The tooth jewellery is then glued onto this and hardened with blue light. The enamel is still whole. The entire treatment is painless.

If the jewellery is applied correctly, dental treatments such as bleaching and dental hygiene can also be carried out without any problems.

Do the terms Dazzler, Twinkles, Skyces and Grills mean anything to you?

Dazzlers, Twinkles, Skyces and Grills are all types of dental jewellery.

Dazzlers are jewellery designed to make an eye-catching statement, such as diamond-studded gold jewellery or colourful and abstract designs. Gold foil is used to make dazzlers, which are often stars or animal shapes.

Twinkles are small pieces of glittering metal or stones that come in different sizes and colours and are becoming increasingly popular among those who want to make a statement with their dental jewellery. Twinkles, also called brillis, are fixed settings made of real gold (yellow or white gold). Gemstones are usually chosen together with Twinkles.

Skyces are larger pieces of glass crystal, coloured stones or precious metals that can be made into stunning works of art on the teeth.

Finally, grills are custom-made pieces of metal or resin that fit over the teeth and often feature intricate designs, from simple gold (yellow or white gold) to detailed patterns with diamonds and other precious stones. They are familiar from the music videos of famous hip-hop artists or rappers and are usually made of silver, white gold or platinum. The metal caps that cover the teeth and are used as jewellery are usually removable and often decorated with letters or diamonds.

Tips for choosing and properly caring for jewellery

Choosing the right dental jewellery can be daunting as there are many different designs and materials to choose from! As a rule of thumb, you should make sure that the jewellery is made of high-quality and safe materials. These include plastic, silicone or metals such as titanium and gold. Gold is particularly suitable for people who are allergic to nickel, as it usually does not contain any trace elements of the metal. You should also check whether the item has anti-tarnish protection before you buy it. Once you have chosen your jewellery, you need to take good care of it and your oral hygiene to ensure that it stays in good condition. To keep your jewellery clean and protect your dental care, brushing with a toothbrush and toothpaste as well as flossing is an important step that you should do. This will remove plaque and debris that could damage the shine and colour of your jewellery.

Grills and other tooth jewellery are not the only ways to have beautiful teeth. You can also get your teeth cleaned and bleached to make them whiter. In addition, more and more people are having veneers made for their front teeth.