Hello,
My name is Dr. Szalai, and I am a Dentist in the Allen Park, MI community.
My practice is called ‘Szalai & Szalai DDS‘, and together we provide dentistry services including porcelain veneers and dental crowns.
If you are looking for an Allen Park Dentist, I invite you to give Szalai & Szalai DDS a try. We are very comfortable and friendly, and caring. Give us a call at 313-928-2323, or visit us on our website at http://www.allenparkdentists.com.
Many people will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, see your Allen Park dentist as soon as possible!
Following are some immediate treatments:
Broken Tooth: Save any tooth fragments. Rinse mouth with warm water. If the area is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze. A cold compress held on the cheek can reduce swelling and lessen pain. Visit your Allen Park dentist as soon as you can.
Lost Filling: Save the filling if you can. It can help your dentist determine why it came out. Do not let food get stuck in the hole left by the filling. Do not chew on the tooth. Brush it gently. Call your Allen Park dentist’s office to schedule an emergency appointment right away.
Displaced Crowns: If there is pain, you may apply a dab of clove oil with a Q-tip to the affected tooth (a common home remedy that may reduce pain). Save the crown. If you can’t see your Allen Park dentist immediately, you can apply dental cement (available at drugstores) or denture adhesive to temporarily re-attach the crown until you can get to your Allen Park dentist. Do not use other types of glue or adhesive.
By visiting your Allen Park dentist as soon as possible, you avoid pain, infection and possible further tooth damage. If you delay treatment, even for a few days, you risk needing more extensive treatment later.
For dental emergencies in and around Detroit, call Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai at Szalai & Szalai DDS. Our phone number is 313-928-2323
Gentle Hands, Caring Hearts, Beautiful Smiles
Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them into their gums (Oral sedation, anyone?).
Porcelain crowns were first used in the 1800s. With the refining of metal casting methods in the 1900s, crown dentistry advanced significantly.
Today, crowns are strong, comfortable and are made to match your surrounding teeth.
Dental crowns (also called caps) 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 restore the original shape of a tooth or solely to improve the appearance of a tooth.
The most common types of crowns are:
- All-porcelain (ceramic)
- Porcelain-fused-to-metal
- Gold
The material used is determined by several factors. If you suspect you need a crown, want to replace an old crown, or want to learn about other cosmetic dentistry procedures, call Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai at 313-928-2323. Szalai & Szalai DDS is located at 5329 Allen Road, in Allen Park, MI. We have been serving clients in the Detroit area since 1987. We can recommend the best tooth restoration or cosmetic dentistry option for you.
Each separate restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed in Allen Park 
can address a specific dental problem. For example, a porcelain veneer can perfect the surface of a tooth that is discolored or slightly misshapen. Dental bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth.
Some Detroit dental problems are more extensive and require a combination of procedures. Crown restoration combined with soft tissue grafts can restore a severely decayed tooth with the root exposed. A bone graft and dental implant can restore a missing tooth in an area where the jaw bone has receded. Orthodontia followed by tooth bleaching totally transforms a smile by straightening and whitening.
What is the difference between tooth bleaching and whitening? Whitening is the term for procedures which remove surface stains to restore the degree of natural lightness. Bleaching goes even further by lightening teeth beyond their natural shade. That’s right: you don’t have to resign yourself to yellow teeth even if they have been that way your whole life! The natural shade of your teeth, by the way, like your skin and hair color, is determined by genetics.
Some Detroit smiles have been gleaming for years by regular whitening. You can maintain the whiteness of your teeth just as you maintain your fitness level. (Of course it is a lot easier to make a quick visit to your Allen Park dentist once a year for whitening touch-ups than sweating in a gym several times a week!)
We live in an age where severe dental problems can be permanently corrected. You don’t have to participate in a TV makeover show in Hollywood to access these premium cosmetic dental procedures. They are available right here in Allen Park. Drs. Szalai & Szalai DDS have the same advanced training and extensive experience as the dentists who keep the smiles of famous actors and musicians camera-ready.
Schedule a consultation at Szalai & Szalai DDS to discover the perfect combination of procedures to achieve your ultimate smile. Our phone number is 313-928-2323.
When a tooth is threatened by severe decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an 
injury, a skilled Detroit dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is often the only way to save the tooth.
Szalai & Szalai DDS: 313-928-2323
During a root canal procedure (or endodontic treatment) the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is removed. This tissue contains veins, arteries and lymph vessels. Once the roots are cleaned out and widened, they are filled with a special rubber material. The root canal is only the first step in the complete tooth restoration. After the root canal, without a crown, the tooth will become dry and brittle. The final steps are the core build up and crown.
At Szalai & Szalai DDS, we fabricate strong, natural-looking crowns that blend perfectly with the surrounding teeth. With proper oral hygiene and regular visits to a Allen Park dentist, a tooth with a filled root can often function problem-free for the rest of a patient’s life.
We are dentists Szalai & Szalai. We have been practicing dentistry since 1987. During that time we have seen hundreds of teeth saved by this effective dental procedure. Root canal therapy at Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park has a very high success rate.
Because teeth with infected pulp tissue often cause no symptoms, it is important to have regular dental examinations. We can determine which (if any) teeth have infected roots. If the infection in the soft pulp tissue is left untreated, it can progress to a point where the tooth cannot be saved. Is it time for a thorough dental exam? Call our office at 313-928-2323.
Call Szalai & Szalai DDS immediately if one of your teeth is screaming for attention!
At Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park, we use a 
variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most dental clients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth, shaped and polished in one visit.
Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restorations’ and is fabricated in a Michigan dental lab. There are two types: inlays and onlays.
When a tooth needs more extensive dental restoration, a crown is often used. At Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park, we create strong, natural-looking crowns from a variety of materials.
What if the tooth is damaged beyond repair? There are a number of functional replacements for missing teeth. Dentures are not the only option.
Call 313-928-2323 to learn about the restoration options available. We have been improving smiles for Michigan patients since 1987.
Whether the damage is caused by decay, injury, bite problems, or natural wear; Drs. Szalai & Szalai DDS will choose the best dental treatment plan for your tooth restoration needs. Szalai & Szalai DDS is conveniently located at5329 Allen Road, Allen Park, Michigan 48101.
We provide quality dental care.
Will your Michigan dental 
insurance cover Detroit cosmetic dental procedures? Many dentistry clients assume their dental insurance won’t cover any cosmetic dental procedures. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or first time dental bonding. However, many Michigan dental insurance plans and dental supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment needed to repair damage from an injury. Medical insurance and worker’s compensation plans may also cover injury treatment.
Some Allen Park dental insurance plans cover replacement porcelain veneers in certain circumstances. Check with your carrier for benefit specifics if you need replacement veneers due to deterioration. We can then discuss dental treatment options such as replacement veneers or porcelain crowns. When the work is completed, we may be able to help you submit your dental claim form if your plan requires one.
If you are in need of any kind of dental treatment; from a cleaning to major restorative work, come in to Szalai & Szalai DDS on 5329 Allen Road, in Allen Park, Michigan. You can meet our leading edge treatment team in a warm and friendly atmosphere, undergo a thorough evaluation and discuss financing options. Even if you do not have dental insurance, let’s talk. Top quality Detroit dental treatment is a wise investment and may be more affordable than you think.
Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai of Allen Park Dental have been proudly serving dental patients since 1987. Allen Park Dental is a network dental provider for many California dental insurance plans.
It’s not just about looks. According
to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. (See http://www.aacd.com for complete survey results.)
Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Szalai & Szalai DDS in Detroit have experienced this phenomenon firsthand. They have expressed that they not only feel great about their looks, they are more confident in professional and social situations. Another benefit: they also feel more appealing to the opposite gender.
We are Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai of Allen Park Dental. We get great satisfaction in using our years of specialized experience to provide premium cosmetic dentistry for our patients. We are passionate about developing a custom treatment plan for each Detroit dental client. Some of our patients had lived with misaligned or crooked teeth for years. Others had been self-conscious about missing or stained teeth.
There has never been a better time to upgrade your smile. There are solutions for every kind of dental problem. If you are not familiar with the latest teeth whitening, crown restoration and tooth replacement procedures, it is time to find out. Call 313-928-2323 to schedule a consultation. Come in to our office on 5329 Allen Road, in Allen Park, Michigan and see photos of our happy dental makeover clients who are enjoying their beautiful smiles every day!
Szalai & Szalai DDS
5329 Allen Road, in Allen Park, Michigan 48101.
Give us a call at 313-928-2323 or find us on the Web at: http://www.allenparkdentists.com
Hi, we're Dr. Greg and Dr. Joanne Szalai. As Detroit cosmetic and general dentists, we are dedicated to helping families, patients, and friends learn more about solutions to tooth loss, gum disease, sleep disorders and more, and this blog is one way we are trying to get the message out.
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Dr. Greg & Dr. Joanne Szalai
Allen Park Dental Care
5329 Allen Road
Allen Park, MI 48101
313-928-2323
Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling.
