frequently asked questions

What are tooth gems?

Tooth gems are a cosmetic dental procedure in which little jewelry are safely applied to the tooth’s surface using dental grade adhesives. t.aava's tooth gem application method is designed to firmly and safely bond gems to teeth, without causing any pain or damage. This treatment is semi-permanent and 100% reversible. It is a fast and easy procedure allowing gems to last anywhere between 3 weeks - 3 years, depending on aftercare and lifestyle. There are no complications when the gem is removed in the future. All tooth jewelry is swarovski/preciosa gems or 18K charms. Tooth gems come in a large range of shapes and sizes, but even the smallest gem can really enhance a smile.

There are many reasons why people opt to get a tooth gem. For one, it’s an increasingly popular fashion statement - especially amongst models and celebrities!

history

Tooth gems seem super up-and-coming these days, but enhancing teeth with precious gems and decorative gold has an extensive history. The practice of decorating teeth spans cultures from all over the world. Some of the first tooth embellishers decorated teeth with jade, turquoise, gold and hematite 1800 B.C. Now trickling down to the Gen Z masses, the art of tooth adornment has been harnessed once again. Tooth gems are in high demand as they are easy to apply and are rather affordable. there's never been a better time to get a sparkling smile!!!

benefits

-Safe and easy application

-Designs can vary from subtle to extreme

a stylish form of self-expression

-Can be also done as non-permanent for night-outs or gigs for example

-One appointment takes around 30 minutes

-It is a painless application (No drilling involved)

-No holes are needed to adhere the gem to the tooth

-The application process does not cause harm to the tooth or enamel

-Tooth gems do not tarnish, corrode or wear

-Can easily be removed by your dentist

gems and charms

t.aava currently uses Swarovski and Preciosa crystal tooth gems.They are the major crystal rhinestone brands. Swarovski gems are made in Austria and Preciosa is a Czech based company. They are considered the finest products of their kind in the world. The tooth gems t.aava uses are comprised of crystal glass which is mounted onto a thin foil backing that acts as a mirror. The light passes through the crystal glass and is reflected from the backing, light would just pass through and make the crystal look like a regular piece of glass.

removal

Most gems will naturally fall of from around 3 weeks - 3 years,

they can also last longer than that but it is recommended to get it removed and replaced after 1 year ish. If you decide you would like your tooth gems removed before they have fallen off, a dental professional will easily be able to remove it for you. Your tooth will be polished to remove any remaining bonding material that was applied and your tooth will be back to normal. The gem will however also fall off with it. Normal brushing can also get rid of any bits of excess glue that might ramin otherwise again your dentist will be able to remove it.

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