Comstock Park MI dentist

Jul22

Better Tooth Restoration With Dental Implants

Categories: Dental Implants

dental implants Comstock Park

Tooth loss is not an uncommon problem, and if you are one of the many Comstock Park denture wearers, you know that dentures are not necessarily the best solution for those who are missing teeth.

Even though the dentures of today are dramatically different from those of many years ago, many denture wearers still report having issues with them. Some of the problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food because the palate is covered. Ask any denture wearer, and he or she will likely tell you that dentures do not feel and function like natural teeth.

Obviously, by practicing good oral hygiene and going in for regular dental checkups, you might be able to avoid losing your teeth. But the truth is that other factors can make the need for dental replacements a necessity.

There is still good news. Modern dental implant technology offers a better tooth restoration solution. If you have traditional dentures and are not happy with them, you might consider implant anchored dentures. These will dramatically change your life and your chewing ability will also improve.

Before you consider having another denture adjustment, ask Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull about the possibility of dental implants. Come see us at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry at 769 York Creek Dr NW in Comstock Park, 49321 for more information about dental implants.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-784-2377
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

 

May20

Stick Out Your Tongue In Rockford, MI!

Categories: Oral Health

 

mother and daughterAs health professionals, we know that Rockford, MI dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums, but we sometimes overlook the importance of the tongue.

Have you ever considered all the amazing things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the texture and flavor of food, chew, and swallow. This strong and nimble gymnast is in near-constant motion during our waking hours. It is a wonder that we don’t accidentally bite it more often as we smile, chew, drink, breathe, swallow, cough, and laugh.

Your tongue can also reveal problems with your health, including digestive problems, infections, and diseases of the blood.

When Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull perform oral exams, the tongue is always checked for signs of oral cancer and other serious diseases.

Here are some tongue abnormalities and possible causes:

  • Swollen tongue: reaction to food/drink/medication, strep infection, leukemia, hypothyroidism
  • White tongue: dehydration, yeast infection, irritation to tobacco, enteritis, gastritis, colitis, anemia or other nutritional deficiency
  • Canker sores: may be triggered by stress or reaction to food, toothpaste, or mouthwash.

If you have persistent canker sores, you may want to try eliminating products that contain sodium lauryl (or laurel) sulfate (SLS). SLS is a cheap foaming agent that is found in many personal care products. It can be difficult to find SLS-free dental products in Belmont, Cedar Springs, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI. The following brands have previously offered SLS-free versions but check labels carefully every time you buy a new tube.

If you can’t find an SLS-free toothpaste at your local grocery store, we would suggest trying health food stores, specialty drug stores, or trusted online sites.

Many of our Rockford, MI patients have asked about tongue-scraping. We recommend thorough dental hygiene including cleaning the tongue. To schedule a consultation to discuss any dental health issues, please call our office at 616-784-2377.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull DDS
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
We can whiten, brighten, and straighten your smile!

Apr15

Dental Implants—Restoring the Form and Function of Your Mouth

Categories: Dental Implants

dental implants Comstock Park

If you are missing one or more teeth, you should know that you are not alone. Like other Comstock Park men and women with missing teeth, you know that chewing can be difficult, painful and sometimes embarrassing.

Dental implants are generally the best permanent tooth replacement for missing teeth. Not only do they look natural, but they will make it easier to chew and eat. If you are considering dental implants in Comstock Park be sure to schedule a complimentary consultation with  Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry to find out whether dental implants might be right for you.

During your consultation, you can get straightforward advice about how dental implants might be able to restore your smile. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull in Comstock Park can provide patients in the Belmont, Cedar Springs, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker, and Rockford, MI areas information about dental implants. Call to set up your complimentary consultation today: 616-784-2377

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry is experienced in cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, implant dentistry, Invisalign, and Zoom teeth whitening. We are happy to take the time to answer questions you might have about any of our procedures. If you have missing teeth, come in to our office to talk about how dental implants can improve your quality of life. Don’t wait any longer!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-784-2377

 

Feb26

Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges

Categories: Dental Implants

smiling woman

When my Comstock Park patients ask me about Comstock Park tooth restoration, I usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth.

Tooth replacement has been a highly requested procedure at my Comstock Park dental practice. Patients from the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Walker, Sparta and Rockford, MI areas have expressed concern about tooth replacement for many years. Most of my questions have to do with the strength of the tooth replacement and durability.

Most popular are dental implants. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

After it has bonded with the bone (it usually takes three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached. The entire process takes several months, but consistently yields terrific results for our patients.

Both Michigan smile restoration options preserve or restore facial contour and allow you to talk and eat normally. Tooth replacements prevent adjoining teeth from gradually shifting and can help correct bite problems, also.

Tooth implants and dental bridges can replace one or more missing teeth. Many Rockford, MI area dental patients have been treated successfully with these tooth restoration alternatives.

Call Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry and ask for Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull to schedule an evaluation for Michigan tooth restoration. You can schedule your tooth restoration by calling us at 616-784-2377.

Dec12

Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away!

Categories: Teeth Whitening

perfect smile in Comstock Park

What does it take to really change the way you look? Hours upon hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Comstock Park area? What about a routine trip to your dentist?

You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when they help you find the best way to whiten your teeth. Teeth whitening is a simple cosmetic dentistry procedure with dramatic results that never cease to impress.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull can work with you to develop a teeth whitening regimen that will be most effective. This may include any of the following three methods:

  1. Zoom whitening done in-office. Sometimes called chair-side bleaching, a special light is used while a bleaching agent is applied to the teeth. A rubber shield or protective gel is used to keep your tender gums safe from the whitening agent.
  2. Bleaching at home. Even though this is done at home it is closely monitored by our office to receive the best results.
  3. Kor whitening is a combination of home whitening and a one time in office whitening for optimal results.

 

If you would like to hear more about options to restore your smile, such as cosmetic dentistry or restorative dentistry, call our office to schedule a complimentary consultation today.

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
https://www.greatmismiles.com/
616-784-2377
Ask us about restorative dentistry

 

Nov6

Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal

Sparta cosmetic smile makeover

Hello Comstock Park! Welcome to the Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry dental blog. Let’s talk about smile transformations. Some Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry.

Are the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in your upper front teeth, veneer placement may remedy the few cosmetic problems and result in a celebrity-caliber smile.

Generally, however, a complete smile redesign combines several carefully-chosen cosmetic dentistry procedures performed at the same time for a complete smile renewal. In other words, the sum is greater than the parts.

For example, a cosmetic dental smile makeover could involve crown restorations, veneers for teeth that are misshapen but otherwise healthy, tooth-colored filling replacement for old amalgam fillings, and teeth whitening for the crowning touch.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull. We have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry in Comstock Park, Michigan since 1974. Performing successful smile makeovers makes our profession extremely fulfilling. Patients who plan to receive a smile makeover should take their time choosing a dentist to perform it. We invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation so we can discuss your needs and wishes. During the consultation, we can tell you about our extensive experience and show you before and after pictures of satisfied patients.

When we design a custom smile makeover, we study several elements in addition to the teeth. After all, the teeth are just one component of the patient’s face. The gumline, lips, mouth, facial shape, facial structure, coloring, and patient’s age affect the scope of the design. This comprehensive approach to a smile makeover achieves incredible results and sets our practice apart.

If you are interested in learning more about smile transformations, call us today at 616-784-2377.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-784-2377
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart
We can whiten, brighten, and straighten your smile!

Jul17

How to Avoid a Cracked Tooth in Comstock Park

Categories: General Dentistry

cracked toothNo one wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth so today we are going to focus on ways to prevent this problem.

To avoid a cracked tooth, you should steer clear of chewing on hard.  This includes ice, hard candy, and popcorn.

Also, protect against any impact to the mouth that could be experienced during sporting events. If you are a member of a local basketball, hockey, football or lacrosse league, schedule an appointment for a custom made mouth guard.

Tooth grinding is never a good thing, and it can even lead to a cracked tooth or temporomandibular conditions. Talk to your dentist, about stress reduction techniques to keep your jaw nice and relaxed and see if you would benefit from a custom night time appliance (bitesplint).

Keeping  your regular check-ups with Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull could predispose you to a cracked tooth such as an uneven chewing surface or brittle teeth. Call our office at 616-827-7311 to schedule a preventative dental consultation and examination at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry.

If you have a cracked tooth, you’ll want to pursue the correct course of treatment and, if needed, explore some cosmetic dentistry procedures to fix any visible damage such as veneers, a porcelain crown, or a dental implant.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-784-2377

 

May30

‘Wow Factor’ At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

sleep dentistry Rockford, MI

Hello to our valued Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry patients! If you haven’t stopped by our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been a great month at our friendly and thorough Comstock Park dentistry practice.

We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull have been creating beautiful smiles with veneers, porcelain crowns, Invisalign, teeth whitening, dental bridges, gum contouring, crown lengthening, and dental bonding. Dramatic improvements can sometimes be achieved in just one visit. If you would like a smile makeover, please call us at 616-784-2377 today to schedule a complimentary smile design consultation.

If you have never seen photos of our smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of how dramatic the results can be. There is virtually no dental problem that can’t be improved with cosmetic dentistry at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry.

Do you want to look younger, more attractive, and more confident? Consider a   cosmetic dental smile makeover from Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull.  See https://www.greatmismiles.com/ for more details or call today!

We can whiten, brighten, and straighten your smile! -Dr. Bruce Stewart & Dr. Eric Hull

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-784-2377

 

Mar28

Do You Want To Change The Shape Of Your Gums?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

gum contouring Walker

Most Rockford, MI dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve your teeth. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, repair damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you realize how integral your soft tissues are to the overall appearance of your smile?

The shape and size of your gumline can make your teeth appear too large or too small or otherwise out of proportion. Gum contouring can correct gums that appear too low or too high in relation to the teeth and design them for the perfect smile.

Grand Rapids dental patients who are unhappy with their gums might want to think about gum contouring. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentisty offer gum contouring surgery.

This procedure is also called gingival sculpting, gingival contouring, or gum graft surgery, but don’t let the term surgery frighten you. It is performed with a precision laser and is minimally invasive. The procedure usually involves very little pain and requires no recovery time.

If you are seeking more details about gum contouring or any other dental procedure, call Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry today at 616-784-2377 to schedule a smile redesign consultation.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-784-2377
https://www.greatmismiles.com/dental-services/

Sep26

Looking For A Great Dentist In Grand Rapids?

Categories: About Our Office

Looking For A Dentist Comstock Park

Finding a fantastic dentist in Grand Rapids is often achieved with a personal recommendation. The most common way people find a dentist in a new area like Comstock Park is to ask a friend or neighbor, “Who is your dentist?” The answer is usually followed up with an explanation about whether or not your friend likes their dentist, and whether they would recommend them.

Patients evaluate a dental practice on the dentist’s chairside manner and dental skill, the services offered, location, dental office atmosphere, wait times, and availability of dental financing.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull are experienced, caring dentists serving the Comstock Park, MI, community. Our practice name is Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry, and we welcome new patients from Belmont, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker, Rockford and all surrounding areas.

We realize that most of our new patients come to us by word-of-mouth referrals and patient testimonials. It is our goal to deliver such a terrific dental experience that you will be compelled to tell your friends about how happy you are with our dental service.

We offer cosmetic, general and restorative dentistry, including:

Porcelain veneers
Invisalign
Implant dentistry
Teeth whitening

We invite you to schedule a consultation by calling us at 616-827-7019. We look forward to meeting you.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull, DDS
616-827-7019