Jul29

Helping Comstock Park Love Dental Visits

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Helping Comstock Park Love Dental Visits

It’s no secret that many people dread going to the dentist. But when you start visiting your dentist for the latest cosmetic dental treatments, you may find that you LOVE going to the dentist!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull have so many procedures and advanced materials at their disposal to make your smile as beautiful as it can be. Dental crowns, veneers, implants, teeth whitening, bonding, inlays and onlays, and Invisalign orthodontics are some of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures offered at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry.

Many Belmont, Cedar Springs, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI, residents are surprised to find that most of these procedures are more convenient than they supposed and more affordable than they expected.

Dr. Bruce Stewart and Dr. Eric Hull, in Comstock Park, want to help you love your dental visits and love your smile. Our practice has been open since 1974, and we find it especially rewarding when patients find renewed confidence after a smile makeover.

At our Comstock Park practice, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and porcelain veneers  are just a few of the many services we have to offer. If you have any questions, the friendly and thorough staff here at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry would be happy to answer them and schedule an appointment to see what cosmetic dentistry procedures would be right for you.

 

Contact Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, MI
49321

 

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

 

Jul15

Picking Your Comstock Park Cosmetic Dentist

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

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Would you go to a plumber to have your house painted? The answer is of course not. You should use the same line of thought when it comes to needing cosmetic dentistry. Say you have a tooth in the front of your mouth that is chipped; it’s important that you choose the right cosmetic dentist so the quality of your smile is not compromised.

Here are some considerations to keep in mind when you need a cosmetic dentist. These also underscore why it’s so important you choose an experienced cosmetic dentist.

Shading: It’s important to select the right color of porcelain veneer or dental crown to make sure that it matches the rest of the teeth—especially when it is in the front of your mouth. Ultimately, it is the dentist’s responsibility to get it right. This is why it is important to pick an office with abundant experience in cosmetic dentistry.

Staining: There are times when simple teeth bleaching will not take away the stains in your teeth. This can sometimes require more extensive work with a combination of teeth whitening and dental veneers. A good cosmetic dentist can make a recommendation as to the best treatment in your situation.

Laboratory: It’s important to choose an office that does not try to cut costs with lower laboratory fees. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull work very closely with a laboratory that produces high-quality porcelain to give you a natural appearance.

Whatever the concern you may have with your mouth, there is one universal consensus: It should look natural when it is finished. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull are passionate about helping our patients enjoy healthy mouths and beautiful smiles. If you would like to know more about improving your smile in the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker or Rockford, MI area, give us a call at 616-784-2377.

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

Meet Dr. Bruce Stewart

We can whiten, brighten, and straighten your smile!

 

Jul8

Using Nature As Our Guide At Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry In Comstock Park

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

smile design Comstock Park

Using Nature As Our Guide At Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry In Comstock Park

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull at Stewart of Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry perform complete smile re-designs that turn ordinary teeth (or even teeth with significant problems) into stunning smiles. If you have been considering a smile makeover, you probably want to know if you will still look like yourself.

The answer is “Yes! Only  better!” One of the reasons for this is because Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull use nature as a guide – nature at its best – when improving smiles. It is vital to bring multiple components into harmony when designing a fantastic smile makeover. Here are a few:

  • Tooth Shape – includes proportion and alignment
  • Tooth Size – this also includes the unique dimensions of the spaces between the teeth
  • Tooth Color – hue, value, intensity, and color variations between teeth
  • Tooth Bite – how upper and lower teeth fit together
  • Gumline – shape and color
  • Face Shape and Bone Structure
  • Lips – color, shape, size
  • Age
  • Gender

This list is not comprehensive, but gives you an idea of the complexity of what is considered. Though advanced cosmetic dentistry is multifaceted, it follows the esthetic principles expressed in naturally beautiful smiles.

You don’t have to worry about midlines and microesthetics because we are enthusiastic about the details. We invite you to schedule a complimentary smile design consultation to speak with Dr. Stewart or Dr. Hull about your current smile and the unforgettable smile you desire.

We can whiten, brighten, and straighten your smile!

 

Contact Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, MI
49321

 

Jun24

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry – A Reason To Smile

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry A Reason To Smile

Hello friends of Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been an exceptional month at our state-of-the-art Comstock Park dentistry practice.

We continue to achieve fabulous results with our precision smile makeovers.

If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of the limitless possibilities. There is virtually no dental problem that can’t be improved with modern cosmetic dentistry performed by Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull have been skillfully using the unprecedented tools of cosmetic dentistry: veneers, porcelain crowns, implants, Invisalign, teeth whitening and dental bonding to create sensational smiles. There is no physical feature as eye-catching as an attractive smile. When your smile is stunning, you smile all the time!

If you are not happy with your smile, call us at 616-784-2377 today to schedule a complimentary smile design consultation. See https://www.greatmismiles.com/ for more information and photos. We look forward to making your smile the best it can be!

 

Contact Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
49321

 

Jun17

Total Tooth Restoration

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Total Tooth Restoration

Your face is always on display for others to see. You can’t hide it behind long sleeves, baggy jeans, or a hat.

Many lucky Comstock Park residents who have received smile makeovers at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole face. Some Rockford, MI professionals have corrected tooth problems prior to beginning a search for new employment.

A beautiful smile is essential to a polished appearance. Cosmetic dentistry is not just for people in the public eye. It is for anyone who desires a youthful looking smile.

Teeth whitening is quicker and more popular than ever. Some of our Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI cosmetic dental patients invest in total teeth restoration because they have always been self-conscious about chips, gaps or crooked teeth.

Cosmetic dental treatment may consist of dental bonding, dental implants, dental bridges, Invisalign orthodontics, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening or a combination.

If you are unfamiliar with the latest materials and procedures, see Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull for a cosmetic dental consultation. Some transformations are completed in just one visit!

It is never too late to get a movie-star smile!

 

Contact Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry:

616-784-2377

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, MI
49321

 

Jun3

Dental Crowns—Yesterday and Today

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

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Dental crowns have been around for a couple of thousand years. Archeology suggests that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., gold crowns were used to make artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them into their gums.

Porcelain crowns were first used in the 1800s. With the refining of metal casting methods in the 1900s, crown dentistry advanced significantly.

Dental crowns cover the entire visible portion of the tooth and are cemented in place. Crowns are used to strengthen teeth that have been worn down or weakened by decay or injury. Crowns are also used to brighten and improve the appearance of one’s smile.

There are three common types of crowns are:

  1. All-porcelain (ceramic)
  2. Porcelain-fused-to-metal
  3. Gold

The material used is determined by several factors, depending on your unique situation. You will want to discuss this with Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull which option would be best for you.

If you suspect you need a crown, want to replace an old crown, or want to learn about other cosmetic dentistry procedures, call Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull  at 616-784-2377.  We have been serving patients in the Belmont, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI area since 1974. We can recommend the best tooth restoration or cosmetic dentistry option for you.

 

 

May27

Teeth Whitening: Do It Right

Categories: Teeth Whitening

Comstock Park dentist teeth whitening

As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine, and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Have you considered tooth whitening? Teeth whitening at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry is one of the quickest and most affordable ways to look younger and more attractive.

There are several different methods for whitening teeth–including KöR deep tooth bleaching, Zoom! in-office quick bleaching and at home tooth whitening- each uses a solution containing peroxide to remove the stains that have accumulated in the microscopic cracks in your tooth enamel.

DIY Whitening Products
First of all, the strips, mouthwashes and paint-on whiteners you can find at your local drugstore use a lower concentration of whitening agent than in-office methods. They rarely remove all of the stains on your enamel. If you have gum disease, cavities, crowns, dental bonding, or porcelain veneers, Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull recommend first visiting your dentist for a teeth whitening consultation. You are always better off having teeth whitening performed by a professional. This will ensure the best possible results.

At Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry, we are currently accepting new patients at our Comstock Park office. Our friendly team of skilled dental professionals would love to serve you with implant dentistry, restorative dentistry, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers.

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!

May13

Tooth Whitening For Whiter Whites

Categories: Teeth Whitening

smiling woman2One of the most common requests Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull get from their dental patients is whiter teeth.

We are happy to say that our Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI dental patients are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening, because cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening and veneers are safe, effective, and affordable.

Some patients might be interested in bleaching their teeth at home. We offer a very safe and effective home whitening system that allows you to whiten your teeth at your convenience at home.

We also offer in-office teeth bleaching which can often be done in one visit. Grand Rapids residents who do in-office bleaching appreciate the care that is given to protect the soft tissues of the mouth from the bleaching agent.

As you can see, there are a lot of great ways to keep your teeth nice and white here in Rockford, MI.

If you’re interested in any of these whitening methods or a complete smile makeover, please call Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry at 616-784-2377 and ask about our KöR whitening, Zoom whitening, or home whitening. Our friendly and thorough staff will schedule a cosmetic dental consultation at your convenience.

We hope to hear from you soon!