Your Best Smile Dentistry Blog for Michigan

Hello! Welcome to the Szalai & Szalai DDS blog. If this your first visit, we hope you find useful information about our Allen Park cosmetic dentistry practice. If you have read some of our previous articles, we are glad you checked back with us. We post new articles regularly.

Our names are Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai, DDS. We have been practicing dentistry in Allen Park since 1987. Szalai & Szalai DDS is a full-service dental office located at 5329 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI. In addition to providing comprehensive examinations and deep cleanings for clients in the Allen Park and Detroit area, we perform all types of tooth restorations.

When a tooth has decay or has been damaged, restorative dentistry is needed to ‘restore’ the tooth to its previous intact condition. A dental filling is one of the most common and well-known types of restorations. A dental filling is used to repair decayed or damaged tooth surfaces. Most people have a few fillings in their mouth.

If you have old silver amalgam fillings, we can replace them with nearly-invisible tooth colored fillings. These fillings are made out of a strong composite resin. Many of our Allen Park and Detroit cosmetic dentistry patients have replaced their old silver fillings with fillings matched to their teeth. You can improve your smile instantly and relatively inexpensively by getting rid of the ‘metal’.

Another reason some Allen Park and Detroit clients have had their old fillings replaced is because they are concerned about the possible heavy metal toxicity of the mercury in the silver.

If you would like to replace your amalgam fillings, call us at 313-928-2323 to schedule a consultation. We are currently accepting new patients and would be happy to show you around our Allen Park cosmetic dental office and introduce you to our friendly team.

Smile – it increases your face value!

Ill-fitting dentures cause more problems for Allen Park denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. Though they certainly look better than a toothless mouth, in practical terms they leave much to be desired because they affect two essential activities: eating and talking.

Unfortunately, many frustrated denture wearers have quit dining in restaurants or engaging in social activities because they are afraid their dentures will slip.

Implant dental procedures at Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park are allowing former Dearborn denture patients to re-engage in life.

Consider the advantages of implant anchored dentures:

• They are stable because the implant is anchored in the bone.
• Your denture is fixed, it will not move around in your mouth.
• They prevent bone loss that typically occurs when teeth are removed.
• They eliminate the necessity of regular denture relines.
• They do not irritate gums.
• No denture adhesive is required.

Our dental implant bone clients who have replaced their traditional dentures with implant overdentures enthusiastically say that the dental implant cost was more than worth it.

Do you want to eat normally again? What is the value of maintaining your facial shape? Can you put a price on confidence?

If you want more information about dental implants, call 313-928-2323 to schedule an implant tooth consultation with Dr. Szalai. Szalai & Szalai DDS is located at 5329 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI 48101. We have been providing advanced dental care for several years.

Allen Park’s Cosmetic Dentistry Expert

To remain dense, your jaw bone requires the continual stimulation and pressure of chewing, biting and talking. Each of your teeth has a root structure attached to the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it stimulates the bone to which the root is attached.

When a tooth is extracted, the jaw bone that previously surrounded the root structure begins to recede. Though tooth extraction is often the only possible treatment for our Allen Park patients with tooth damage beyond repair, every effort should be made to preserve the root structure.

Fortunately, tooth implants provide a new root which keeps the surrounding bone healthy and strong. A dental implant consists of a titanium post which is placed in the jaw bone. It replaces the original root and eventually integrates into the surrounding bone. After the implant has been placed and the surrounding bone has healed and meshed with the implant, a post is inserted into the implant. The new artificial tooth, or crown, is then attached to the post. Implant restoration is a safe and effective treatment for tooth loss.

To learn more about dental implants, call Drs. Szalai at 313-928-2323. The friendly professionals at Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park provide world-class dental treatment for patients in Allen Park and the surrounding areas.

Your face is always on display for others to see. You can’t hide it behind long sleeves or baggy jeans, and a hat won’t hide it away on a sleep-in Saturday.

Many lucky Allen Park residents who have received smile makeovers at Szalai & Szalai DDS believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole face. Some Detroit professionals have corrected tooth problems prior to beginning a search for new employment.

A beautiful smile is essential to a polished appearance. Allen Park cosmetic dentistry is not just for people in the public eye, it is for anyone who desires a youthful looking smile.

Taylor teeth whitening is quicker and more popular than ever. Some of our Allen Park cosmetic dental clients 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, orthodontics, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening or a combination.

If you are unfamiliar with the latest materials and procedures, see smile makeover expert Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai for a cosmetic dental consultation. Some transformations are completed in just one visit!

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

Szalai & Szalai DDS
5329 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
313-928-2323

A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and works like a natural tooth.

The actual dental implant material is usually titanium. A post is 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. The root replacement device can help prevent future jaw bone deterioration that can occur after a tooth has been lost. When the implant has integrated securely with the bone (it can take three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached.

The dental implants available in the Allen Park and Dearborn area are extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of configurations. One dental implant can replace one missing tooth. A series of implants can replace more than one tooth or anchor a dental bridge. Implants can also act as a sturdy base for partial or full dentures.

When calculating the cost of dental implants in Detroit, you’ll want to compare them to other restorative options.

Call 313-928-2323 to schedule a visit to discuss your dental goals and the possibility of affordable dental implants. If you are missing one or more teeth, you owe it to yourself to get dental implants information.

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Allen Park tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Szalai & Szalai DDS is trained on the safest and most effective products and systems. If you need the latest dental info on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 313-928-2323.

At Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park, we are excited about new light tooth whitening systems. If you are worried about tooth whitening sensitivity, light whitening systems may provide a great solution. It is important to avoid at-home whitening smile products if you are concerned about tooth whitening sensitivity. We recommend administering whitening bleach in a tightly controlled, professional environment such as our dental office in Allen Park, Michigan.

Don’t take chances with something as important as your teeth.

Orthodontia patients will appreciate the range of choices now available in braces, too. Speed braces bring teeth into alignment quicker than any previous teeth straightening systems used in Detroit. If you weren’t able to get braces for crooked teeth when you were a kid, it is not too late; with the latest teeth straightening treatments in Michigan, you can finally transform your smile without bulky or inconvenient braces. Come to our Allen Park dental practice and we can show you before and after braces photos, and discuss your options.

Szalai & Szalai DDS is at 5329 Allen Road, in Allen Park, Michigan 48101.
Give us a call at 313-928-2323, or visit us on the Web at our dental website located at http://www.AllenParkDentists.com/ .

We are glad you found our blog! We are Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai, DDS, of Szalai & Szalai DDS, a full-service dental practice in Allen Park. We are proud members of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Our profession is dentistry, but our passion is providing superior and affordable Allen Park dental care for our clients. We began serving Michigan dental clients in the Detroit area back in 1987. Since that time, our profession has undergone dramatic changes which have benefited our teeth whitening patients and tooth restoration clients in many ways.

Our specialty is Allen Park Cosmetic Dentistry. We also perform many dental implants and sleep apnea and snoring treatments.

We know our Allen Park dentistry clients have many choices for their dentistry care and we work hard every day to surpass expectations.

We build long-term relationships with our cosmetic dentistry and orthodontic patients. We constantly educate ourselves on the latest procedures to determine what is truly innovative and what is merely a gimmick. Our porcelain veneer clients appreciate the time we take to thoroughly analyze their total oral health. Our caring and professional staff enjoys keeping our Allen Park family dentistry practice running smoothly so we can concentrate on what we do best—serving our Detroit dental makeover clients!

Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai, DDS

313-928-2323

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.

Allen Park cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art.

We are Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai of Szalai & Szalai DDS and enjoy using our extensive dental training and specialized artistic skills to design treatment plans unique to each of our Allen Park cosmetic dental clients.

In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, we do much more than recommend specific procedures. We consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. In order to create a balanced look, the facial shape and coloring is taken into account. The Detroit dentistry client’s age, health condition and lifestyle all influence the plan.

At Szalai & Szalai DDS, there is no one size fits all treatment plan.

Our artistic abilities have been perfected over several years of creating smile transformations for our Allen Park cosmetic dentistry clients. We are constantly receiving the latest training in new techniques and materials.

Even fairly recent cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and porcelain veneers have advanced considerably. Dental implants are a truly remarkable solution for our Michigan dental clients who have lost one or more teeth.

We would love to design a personalized smile makeover for you. When the work has been completed and you are enjoying your new look, it will only be obvious to those who see you all the time. Others will assume you have always been blessed with a naturally beautiful and healthy smile.

• Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai DDS
• Szalai & Szalai DDS
• 5329 Allen Road
• Allen Park, Michigan 48101
• 313-928-2323
• http://www.AllenParkDentists.com/

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, it is less expensive to do it all at once. At Szalai & Szalai DDS in Allen Park, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Michigan residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at 313-928-2323 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Detroit dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Sedation Dentistry When you come in for a smile analysis, we can discuss oral sedation dentistry. Many Dearborn and Trenton cosmetic dental patients benefit from this safe and effective solution for pain and anxiety management. Conscious sedation is especially helpful for procedures such as multiple wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant placement.
Szalai & Szalai DDS
5329 Allen Road
Allen park, Michigan
313-928-2323
http://www.allenparkdentists.com/