Frequently asked questions

A tooth gem is a small jewel professionally bonded to the surface of your tooth using the same dental-grade materials used by dentists for orthodontic attachments. The process is completely non-invasive and does not require drilling or damaging your tooth.

Not at all. The application process is quick, painless, and does not require needles or numbing. Most appointments take 15–20 minutes from start to finish.

With proper care, tooth gems can last months or even years. However, they are considered temporary jewelry and may eventually come off naturally depending on habits like brushing, eating, and biting. The majority of our clients keep their gems for 1-3 years but many still have their gems at 5+ years.

No. Tooth gems are applied to the surface of the enamel only using dental grade bonding materials. The process does not drill into the tooth and does not permanently alter it. When removed properly by a dentist, your tooth returns to its natural surface.

We recommend waiting 1-2 hours after application before eating and sticking with softer foods until the following day. After that, we recommend avoiding very hard, sticky or crunchy foods like peanut brittle, candy apples, taffy, (or chewing ice).

Yes. Continue brushing with a manual tooth brush and flossing as usual. Good oral hygiene actually helps keep your gem looking bright and secure. It is also important to continue professional cleanings and exams.

Yes. Appointments are required. I am only at the tooth gem studio during scheduled appointments so I am not able to accomodate walk ins. We do typically have same day appointments available. Appointments can be booked online at houstontoothgems.com(http://houstontoothgems.com)

Absolutely. We are happy to apply multiple gems during the same session. If you know which gems you would like to get you're welcome to leave a note during booking. You do not need to make a separate appointment for each gem.

Yes! Custom designs can be created in diamonds, genuine gemstones, gold, and platinum. A non-refundable design fee starting at $50 is required before custom design work begins.

If your gem falls off within 3 months of your appointment, Houston Tooth Gems will reapply or replace it at no charge.

Clients under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign the consent form.

Appointments are booked online at houstontoothgems.com(http://houstontoothgems.com) Choose your gem and schedule a time that works for you.

Houston Tooth Gems is located inside Battle Royale Tattoo in Houston, Texas. Our address is 3118 Harrisburg Blvd. #101, Houston, TX 77023. Appointments are required and can be booked online.