Jan22

Transform Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry

Categories: Aesthetic dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign

If you find yourself wanting to improve the appearance of your smile, we have good news! With cosmetic dentistry from Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park, we can help!

There is no reason why you should go through life being unhappy with the way your teeth look. Cosmetic dentistry is a range of dental procedures that can transform your smile. And that, in turn, can improve your self-confidence.

Cosmetic dentistry refers to any of the following:

  • Teeth whitening. Who wouldn’t like a brighter smile? Teeth whitening is a quick and easy way to make the color of your teeth lighter and more pleasing. Professional whitening is more effective than any available over-the-counter product.
  • Porcelain veneers. Thin shells of medical-grade ceramic are custom-made to fit over the front of your teeth. They can mask chips, cracks, worn enamel or gaps between teeth. They’re even good for strengthening teeth.
  • Dental implants. While not cosmetic, strictly speaking, dental implants are lifelike replacements for missing teeth that look and function like natural teeth.
  • Clear braces. Virtually invisible, clear braces can improve your bite and straighten crooked teeth. People love them because they come out at mealtime and when you brush and floss.

Any one of these procedures can improve your smile!  Cosmetic dentistry from Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park can give a big boost to your self-esteem. We’ve improved the smiles of people from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI, who some to our practice for for Invisalign clear braces, porcelain veneers, and much more. Schedule an appointment with us today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

Jan15

Trust Stewart and Hull For Accurate Dental Info

Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry

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Dental patients are more informed than ever before, and much of their knowledge about dentistry comes from online sources. This can be a good thing. But at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park we recommend, strongly, that you not rely exclusively on the Internet.

Misconceptions about dentistry began circulating long before personal computers became ubiquitous. But for all its virtues, the Internet has accelerated the speed and distance misinformation can travel.

Some of the most common dental myths have to do with the safety of x-rays, the risk of root canals, the facts about fluoride, and the effectiveness of alternative practices such as oil pulling.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park, we are dedicated to the dental health of each of our patients. People from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI rely on us for complete family and cosmetic dentistry and come to us for services like Invisalign clear braces. Call our office to schedule an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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Jan8

Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease

Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry, Gum Disease

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Here is important news for anyone who cares about their dental health: gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is associated with heart disease. At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park, gum disease is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages.

What warning signs should you  look for?

  1. Gums that bleed often
  2. Gums that appear tender, swollen, or very red, or gums that have visible pus in between them when they are pushed
  3. Your bite changes or your teeth suddenly don’t seem to fit together
  4. Gums that are loosening from the teeth
  5. A bad taste in the mouth or chronic bad breath

Even if you aren’t seeing any of these symptoms, keep brushing and flossing your teeth on a regular basis. We recommend twice each day along with regular dental check-ups in our office. It’s the best way to maintain dental health and prevent gum disease.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park gum disease is a treatable condition. We’ve treated people from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI, who also come to our practice for cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign clear braces. Please call to schedule an appointment with us today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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Jan1

Are Dental Implants For Real?

Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry

When an adult tooth is lost, it won’t grow back. But artificial teeth supported by dental implants from Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park are a lifelike replacement option!

Dental implants are titanium posts that are placed in your jaw where they fuse with the bone. They can support artificial teeth that look and function like the real thing. One implant can support one artificial tooth, while several can support a full dental arch.

BENEFITS

Supporting lifelike replacement teeth are one of the biggest benefits of dental implants. Your ability to bite and chew is virtually normal. And that’s to say nothing of your restored smile!

But implants do even more. When a tooth is lost the bone around it begins to deteriorate. In time that results in a sunken appearance in the face. Dental implants help to prevent that loss of bone mass.

Having an implant inserted into your jaw bone is, strictly speaking, a surgical procedure. Most patients breeze through it and are able to resume their usual activities by the next day. Post-procedure discomfort is usually mild and can be controlled with over-the-counter pain medication.

Dental implants may sound too good to be true, but at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park they are for real! Patients from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI also come to our office for Invisalign clear braces, and complete cosmetic and family dentistry. Please call our office to schedule an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

Dec25

Prevent Tooth Decay!

We tend to associate cavities with children, but the truth is that you can get a cavity at any age. You can minimize the risk, and even prevent cavities, with daily brushing and regular checkups at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park.

Most people have at least one cavity by the time they reach adulthood. Cavities means the plaque on your teeth has converted to acid from food debris. These acids eat through the tooth enamel and create a hole, or cavity. We treat cavities by cleaning out the surrounding tooth area and filling it.

PROPER BRUSHING

Most of us have been brushing our teeth since we were kids, and know what we’re doing. But there is always room to improve, so here are a few basics about the right way to clean your teeth.

  • Floss. Begin by flossing. String floss is preferred over one of those little floss picks. Work a strand between each tooth and its neighbor to remove any food debris.
  • Brush. Use a soft-bristle toothbrush and plenty of toothpaste. Then brush your teeth in a slow circular motion. Be sure you get along the gumline and all surfaces of the tooth: inside, outside, and chewing surfaces. Brush for at least two minutes!

Some people prefer to floss after brushing. This is one of those six of one, half a dozen of the other situations. Just be sure to floss!

Daily brushing, flossing and regular checkups at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park are the best ways to prevent tooth decay. People from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI come to our practice for complete family dentistry. They improve their smiles with  our cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign clear braces. Call for an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

Dec18

Get Those Teeth In Shape!

Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Health

Regular exercise is essential to good health. When you’re physically fit then you look better, and more important, you feel better! And as we remind our patients here at Stewart & Hull General and Cosmetic Dentistry in Comstock Park, that goes for keeping your teeth in good shape, too!

If your eyes are the window to your soul, then your mouth may well be the window to your overall health. Research has shown there is a clear link between your dental health and your general health. It is safe to say that good dental health is necessary to your physical well-being throughout your life.

Here’s just one example: bacteria that starts in the mouth can cause infection in other parts of the body, especially if your immune system has been weakened by illness.

When you take good care of your teeth, you’re doing more for your well-being than you may ever have realized. So brush and floss every day, without fail, and see us for regular cleanings and checkups.

At Stewart & Hull General and Cosmetic Dentistry in Comstock Park we want you take keep yourself in shape with plenty of exercise. But never underestimate the importance of good dental health! People from Ada, Belmont, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI come to our office for family and cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign clear braces, and much more. Call to schedule an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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Dec11

Let’s Make a Plan

Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry

If you’re like most of us, you’d like to have the best smile possible. At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park we want to help! Cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference, but a great smile comes down to exploring your options and making a plan.

How can cosmetic dentistry help? Cosmetic dentistry is all about using sound dental techniques to make positive changes to your teeth and smile. The most popular techniques include:

  • Teeth whitening. Sure, there are plenty of whitening products available at any grocery store. None of them can match the power of professional whitening.
  • Porcelain veneers. Veneers are thin shells of medical-grade ceramic that we attach to the fronts of your teeth. They’ll cover chips, cracks, gaps, and other imperfections. The difference is startling!
  • Dental Implants. Implants are the ultimate improvement and should be on the plan of anyone missing one or more teeth. One or more titanium posts inserted in your jaw can support a single replacement tooth, a dental bridge, and even dentures.

One of the best things you can do for your smile is to brush and floss your teeth twice a day! Excellent homecare will help keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy and it will shine through every time you smile.

And don’t forget regular checkups at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park! That is a sure-fire way to maintain excellent dental health. People from Ada, Belmont, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI come to us for cosmetic and family dentistry, Invisalign clear braces, and much more. Call us today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

Dec4

Want A Reason To Smile All The Time?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

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Do you like your smile? If your answer is no, you can make some improvements. We invite you to consider a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park.

There are really good reasons to upgrade your smile.

  • Look and feel younger.
  • Improve your oral health.
  • Increase your confidence.
  • Smile all the time!

A smile makeover is all about making positive changes to your teeth. The effects may be subtle or they may be quite dramatic. We can make changes to the color of your teeth, close gaps, fix chips or cracks, or re-shape gum tissue. Since it addresses aspects you dislike, you can think of it as a customized smile.

The procedures include:

  • Porcelain veneers
  • Bonding
  • Dental implants
  • Teeth whitening

One or more of these can give you a smile your friends will envy. Call us at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park to find out what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. People from Ada, Belmont, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI also come to us for Invisalign clear braces and a range of restorative dentistry procedures. Call for an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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Nov27

Dental Sealants Q & A

Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry

Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry Sealants Prevent Cavities For Comstock Park KidsMost people know that regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where dental sealants from Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park can be invaluable.

  1. What are dental sealants?
  2. Dental sealants are barriers applied to the biting surfaces of teeth. They help prevent cavities by filling in the grooves and fissures where food particles are particularly difficult to remove.
  3. Which teeth can benefit the most from sealants?
  4. Sealants are most commonly applied to the first and second molars because they are at the highest risk for decay.
  5. When should sealants be applied?
  6. The best time is early – while the teeth are cavity-free. It is best to seek advice from a dental professional.
  7.  Are sealants just for kids?
  8. Not necessarily. Ask us about whether sealants could benefit you.
  9. Is brushing and flossing still necessary for the teeth with sealants?
  10. Yes. Dental sealants are not a substitute for daily oral care. They should be considered a supplement to brushing and flossing.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park we offer complete family dentistry services. Patients from Ada, Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI   come to our office to improve their smiles with cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign clear braces. Call for an appointment today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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Nov20

If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Oral Health

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If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park.

Our answer is short and sweet: “No!”

Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is all but impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush.

If you have never made flossing a habit, your gums might bleed the first few times you do it. The bleeding may be due to gum inflammation, the beginnings of gum disease. Gum disease is extremely common, and is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Healthy teeth and gums are essential for good dental health.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park we want all our patients to brush and floss twice a day and see us for regular checkups. We treat gum disease, and offer a wide range of family and cosmetic dentistry procedures. Please call to schedule an appointment with us today!

Contact Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

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