Tooth jewellery
Tooth Gems
Gems are available in all different shapes and sizes. Some popular choices include diamonds, sapphires, rubies, crystals. However, opting for precious or nonprecious metals and crystals or diamonds is just a matter of personal choice. “Twinkles” is a small jewel designed to be bonded to your tooth. A precious stone set in pure gold to enhance your smile and emphasize your personality. These stones are available in various shapes like heart, drop, triangle, and round as well as the star. Twinkles are safe, reversible, exclusive body art that leaves no permanent mark, letting you display a fun, personal form of self-expression with a great sense of style.
Dental Jewelry Procedure
The procedure of fixing teeth jewelry is very simple and usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Before the procedure, your tooth enamel will be cleaned with a fluoride–free polishing paste, then this portion will be etched with orthophosphoric acid (37%) for 20-30 seconds to increase the surface area of bonding. The next process is the application of a bonding agent which will be left for 20 seconds, Then a small amount of the composite will be placed on the surface of the tooth and the jewel will be picked by a handler and placed in the centre of the composite. The jewel will take 20 seconds to set on the tooth.
Dental Jewelry Aftercare
You should avoid brushing your teeth vigorously and eating spicy or sticky foods. It’s important to maintain proper oral hygiene after a tooth piercing. Also, try not to touch or play with the jewelry once it’s placed. It’s important to have dental check-ups every 6 months to make sure the jewelry is not damaging your teeth or gums.
The longevity of Tooth jewel
These jewels can last for a long time. However, few people need these jewels only for special celebrations or a specific event, and others may retain them for a lifetime. Depending upon the type and purpose of tooth jewelry opted, and consequently its bonding material, this finished product will last for about four months to four years! It is important, that you the patient, know that this procedure is not permanent.