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Jan30

How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull at Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Comstock Park treat and educate patients with tooth and gum problems. There are many common medical conditions that pose a risk to oral health.

1) Diabetic patients with high blood glucose often have a higher risk of dental issues.

2) A persistent dry mouth due to an inadequate amount of saliva can accelerate tooth decay, cause or contribute to gum disease, and trigger chronic bad breath. Many medications used by thousands of Belmont, Cedar Springs, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford MI residents, including those for high-blood pressure and depression, can cause dry mouth. This side effect is not only unpleasant, but it is dangerous. Anti-depressants (especially SSRIs) and anti-psychotic drugs can also trigger tooth-grinding (bruxism).

3) Acid reflux in children and adults is associated with several dental problems such as decay and periodontal disease.

We help many dental patients prevent problems associated with medical conditions that sometimes seem unrelated to dental health. Regular professional dental care is essential for oral health, and an important part of your overall physical health.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

Jan23

Smile Makeover Questions Answered

People with top notch oral health may want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is critical for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. A cavity-free mouth may still have stained or slightly misaligned teeth.

If you want to correct the smile elements that can’t be improved with diligent oral hygiene, call 616-827-7019 to schedule a smile makeover consultation with Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry. During your consultation, we will speak with you about:

Function
Proper function is priority one. Your smile redesign will maintain or improve your ability to talk, eat, and smile.

Beauty
This is probably the main reason you are choosing to transform your smile. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull will describe the cosmetic improvement options and the technical details involved with each procedure.

Health
If you have existing tooth decay or gum disease, these issues need to be addressed prior to your cosmetic concerns. It may be possible to combine needed restorative procedures with your cosmetic work.

Cost

Each smile makeover is completely unique; therefore the price varies from patient to patient depending on the specific procedures performed. During your consultation, Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull will give you an estimate for your cosmetic dental smile makeover.

If you are interested in learning more about smile transformations, please call Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry today at 616-827-7019.

Jan16

5 Tips For Grand Rapids Residents With Mouth Sores

When Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull’s patients get mouth sores, we advise them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing.

Eat soft or pureed foods. Don’t worry, you won’t have to eat baby food – plenty of adult dishes fit the bill:

Cream soups
Yogurt
Hot cereal
Mashed potatoes
Puddings

Keep your meals bland for a while. We know it’s no fun, but watch out for overly spicy, tart, salty or acidic foods while you have a mouth sore.
Also, keep it cool. Eat only food that is at room temperature or is served chilled.
Use a straw so that whatever you are drinking can bypass the mouth sore altogether.
Try to moisten dry foods. This can be done by adding sauces, dressings, and gravy to your meals.

We hope that these suggestions will help you the next time you suffer from a mouth sore. If you are looking for a dentist in the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker or Rockford, MI area, consider our practice, Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry. We have been serving Comstock Park since 1974. Call us at 616-827-7019 to schedule an examination and consultation. We offer a complete menu of general and cosmetic dental procedures including:

Teeth whitening
Restorative dentistry
Implant dentistry
Porcelain veneers

You can also visit us on the web at https://www.greatmismiles.com/.

Call today!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/nutrition/nutrition-concerns/, accessed on Feb. 21, 2013

Jan2

Teeth Whitening and Veneers

Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in Comstock Park and throughout Michigan. Numerous ads for whitening products in our local media contain terms such as ‘White Brite’, ’22 carbamide peroxide’ and ‘peroxide teeth’. They look tempting, but how do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction?

We recommend that our local Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI area patients talk to Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull DDS at Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry about teeth whitening. Just because teeth whitening products are readily available it doesn’t mean they are all safe or appropriate for every person. Getting a professional opinion from Dr Stewart and Dr. Hull is recommended.

Don’t be fooled by smile whitening hype and risk damage, especially if you have tetracycline stained teeth or existing cosmetic dental work such as crowns, bonding, partial dentures or bridge work. It is important to get a professional opinion from Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull about worry free teeth whitening.

Teeth whitening kits are not the only way to quickly improve your smile. Many of our patients have benefited from porcelain veneers. Veneers are sometimes called ‘instant orthodontics’ because they can correct tooth misalignment and gaps as well as provide instant teeth whitening. Porcelain veneers can also fix chipped teeth and cover stains. Call our office today at 616-827-7019 to schedule a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull DDS
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan 49321
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/

Providing comprehensive dental care for Rockford, MI families since 1974.

Jan1

Common Myths About Comstock Park Family Cosmetic Dentistry

Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile

Many so-called Rockford, MI cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic. Grand Rapids dental procedures such as tooth replacement prevent many potential problems such as tooth movement, bone loss and difficulty chewing and speaking.

Myth #2: A Dental Bridge is the Only Way to Replace a Missing Tooth

Dental bridges have been used for many years with success. However, dental implants are often a better choice for replacing one or more missing teeth. Dental implants have many important advantages for Sparta dental patients. They feel like natural teeth, they are stronger, and they are easier to clean than dental bridges. Tooth implants can also be used to anchor dentures or partial dentures.

Myth #3: Dental Bonding is the Best Way to Fix a Chipped Tooth.

Dental bonding can restore the shape of a tooth, but may not be the best long-term solution. If you have a damaged tooth, you may be a good candidate for porcelain veneers. Call us at 616-784-2377 to schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss veneers.

Myth #4: Grand Rapids Braces are the Only Way to Correct Crooked Teeth

Braces are often part of a transforming dental makeover for our Rockford, MI teens and adults alike. However, if your teeth are only slightly crooked, veneers can reshape your teeth and help you achieve a beautiful smile in as little as two visits.

Drs. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull DDS
wide selection of dental technology
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park Michigan 49321
https://www.greatmismiles.com/
616-784-2377

Dec26

Veneers For Grand Rapids Dental Patients

You may have heard the word veneer used in conjunction with cosmetic dentistry, and that is because they are a popular and effective for cosmetic dentistry.

Veneers are thin porcelain covers that are custom-fit for each patient’s unique smile. They are used to correct tooth imperfections, such as chipping, staining, decay, or crooked teeth.

If you are in the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI area and are looking for a dentist, please

call Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry. We have been serving Comstock Park, Michigan since 1974.

Please call 616-827-7019 and a member of our very friendly and thorough staff can answer any questions you have about veneers, teeth whitening, dental care, or smile makeovers.

Call today!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/v/veneers.aspx, accessed on March, 5, 2014

Dec19

Is Your Low-Carb Diet Giving You Bad Breath?

Many residents in the Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker, and Rockford, MI area mistakenly believe that all bad breath is linked to insufficient brushing. The truth is that there are several causes of halitosis. Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull can help you identify the cause of your problem and discuss how to cure bad breath.

What you eat may have something to do with it. Because foods begin to be digested the moment they enter your mouth, and because they are absorbed and distributed throughout the body, you probably will be able to smell strong foods like onions and garlic long after you’ve eaten them.

Using a mouthwash from your local Comstock Park drugstore will only mask the smell. Constantly sucking on breath mints is also not a good idea. This may bring additional oral problems – especially if the mints have sugar. If you want real relief, you may need to avoid the strong foods altogether.

Many dieters find that their diet regimen is making it harder to keep their mouth fresh and clean. Low-carb and no-carb diets promote fat burning, but the side effect of bad breath can be caused by the chemicals released during this process. Increasing water intake can help alleviate this.

Lastly, flossing regularly is often the key to truly fresh breath. Food stuck between teeth can cause halitosis if it isn’t removed. More importantly, the food particles turn into plaque which can cause cavities and gum disease.
Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull in Comstock Park provide general, restorative, and cosmetic dental treatmebt. We want our patients to have the best oral health possible, and that includes fresh breath. We also want them to love their smile, so if you have any questions about a smile makeover or other cosmetic dentistry procedures, give us a call at 616-827-7019.

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry offers:

Implant dentistry
Restorative dentistry
Porcelain veneers
Teeth whitening

Call today for your appointment!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/low-carb-diets-can-cause-bad-breath, accessed on August 12, 2013

Dec12

4 Super Tips For Strong Enamel In Grand Rapids

Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, truly should last a lifetime. But just because it’s super strong doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it.

Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel healthy.

Pick the right foods for enamel health. It’s no secret that soft drinks hurt your teeth, and don’t think that diet sodas are harmless – the artificial sweeteners can also erode enamel over time. There are other culinary culprits that can do a lot of harm. Sticky, chewy candies should be avoided. Chewing ice is a no-no. And don’t use your teeth as tools. Take a minute to grab some scissors before you rip open that package with your teeth.

On the flip side, foods with calcium can neutralize acid in your mouth and protect your teeth. So, enjoy your dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt!

Avoid vigorous brushingand use a soft toothbrush. It’s best to brush about an hour after eating, because foods, especially acidic ones, can soften the enamel, thus making it more prone to damage from brushing. If your teeth are discolored or yellowish, you may feel you need to brush harder. Instead, discuss teeth whitening with your dentist.
Keep stomach acids in check. If you have a problem with severe heartburn, stomach acid could be traveling up your esophagus and into your mouth. This acid can erode enamel, so talk to Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull about treatment.
Talk to your dentist about dry mouth and tooth grinding. Lack of saliva is a major problem for tooth enamel, and it’s no surprise that teeth grinding can cause enamel wear. Please inform Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull if you experience either of these issues.

At Stewart & Hull Aesthetic & General Dentistry we want our patients to have the best oral health possible, and that starts with enamel health. We love helping our patients get the dazzling smiles they want with various cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening, veneers, Invisalign, tooth colored fillings, and dental implants.

Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry is currently accepting new patients; please call us at (616) 827-7019 to make an appointment!

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
(616) 827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

The following website was used as source material for this blog:
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/healthy-teeth-2/tooth-enamel-damage, accessed on September 18, 2013

Dec5

Stewart and Hull: Serving Michigan’s Dental Needs since 1974

When choosing a dentist, residents of the Grand Rapids, MI area are always looking for experience, quality care, and convenience. Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry is located at 769 York Creek Dr NW in Comstock Park, Michigan. We have made it our mission to serve the dental needs of this community.

Our friendly and thorough staff is committed to helping our patients achieve superior oral health. We always encourage our patients to build good dental habits in their Belmont, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids, Sparta, Walker, or Rockford, MI homes so that the whole family can benefit. We enjoy educating patients and serving their dental needs.

We also know that our patients want to look their best, so we are ready to answer any questions you have about cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, and dental implants.

We serve patients from age 3 to 93 and our most popular procedures are:

Implant dentistry
Restorative dentistry
Porcelain veneers
Teeth whitening
Invisalign

If you are looking for an experienced family or cosmetic dentist in the Comstock Park area, please call our office at 616-827-7019 to make your appointment. You can also visit us on the web at https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park, Michigan
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

Nov21

Cosmetic Dentistry: Gum Contouring In Grand Rapids

If you are a regular visitor Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry’s blog, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Composite bonding, crowns, and porcelain veneers can repair teeth that are chipped, broken, or misshapen.

Our Grand Rapids, Belmont, Comstock Park, Sparta, Walker and Rockford, MI patients with stained or dull teeth can have bright white smiles with teeth whitening. Tooth-colored fillings, inlays, and onlays are used to repair cavities. Dental implants are gaining popularity in Rockford MI among dental patients who want to restore missing teeth. If your teeth are misaligned, we offer Invisalign as an orthodontic option.

What if your cosmetic dental problem is related to your gum tissue? Are you one of the many Grand Rapids residents whose gums are too long, too short, or uneven? There is a solution for gum problems as well. You can improve the shape or size of your gums with gum contouring.

For more information about dental procedures offered in our office, please call 616-827-7019.

Dr. Stewart and Dr. Hull
Stewart and Hull Aesthetic and General Dentistry
769 York Creek Dr NW
Comstock Park Michigan 49321
616-827-7019
https://www.greatmismiles.com/meet-dr-bruce-stewart

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