What are Preciosa tooth gems? โพ
Preciosa tooth gems are precision-cut Czech-made non-hotfix flatback crystals designed for cosmetic application to natural teeth, performed by a trained tooth gem professional, dental aesthetics specialist or qualified dental practitioner. The Preciosa MAXIMA range features the Chaton Rose Maxima cut, drawing on centuries of Bohemian glassmaking heritage to deliver brilliant light refraction and consistent quality. They are used by tooth gem professionals, dental aesthetics clinics and beauty practitioners offering tooth gem services worldwide at a more accessible price point than Austrian-made premium brands.
Are Preciosa tooth gem crystals safe? โพ
Preciosa MAXIMA is fully lead-free and compliant with EU REACH regulations, making it widely used for cosmetic tooth gem application by trained professionals. The lead-free composition is particularly important for intraoral application where the crystal sits in direct contact with the tooth surface. Note that Preciosa crystals are not medically certified intraoral devices; they are high-quality lead-free decorative crystals used cosmetically. Tooth gem application should always be carried out by a trained tooth gem professional, dental aesthetics specialist or qualified dental practitioner using dental-grade bonding materials.
How do Preciosa tooth gems compare to Swarovski? โพ
Preciosa tooth gem crystals sit alongside Swarovski (Austrian, the established premium leader) in the precision-cut crystal tooth gem category. Preciosa MAXIMA flatbacks deliver brilliant Czech-made precision cutting at a more accessible price point than Swarovski. Both brands are lead-free, REACH-compliant and widely used by tooth gem professionals worldwide. Many tooth gem clinics stock both brands, using Preciosa for the majority of client work where price point benefits clinic margins, and reserving Swarovski for clients requesting the brand specifically by name.
What size Preciosa crystals should I use for tooth gems? โพ
SS5 (approximately 1.8mm) is the most popular tooth gem size, balancing visibility with discretion. SS3 (approximately 1.4mm) suits subtle accent gems and delicate placement. SS7 (approximately 2.2mm) is used for more visible accent gems and statement placements. Most tooth gem professionals stock SS5 and SS7 as their primary inventory, with SS3 for subtle placements. Larger sizes above SS7 are generally not recommended for tooth gem application due to weight and retention considerations on the tooth surface.
Which Preciosa colours work best for tooth gems? โพ
Crystal (clear) is the most popular Preciosa tooth gem colour, delivering brilliant diamond-like sparkle with a clean minimalist look that complements any smile and suits every tooth shade. Crystal AB is the second most popular, with the iridescent coating that shifts through rainbow tones under different lighting. Coloured options including pink-toned shades, Light Sapphire, Light Topaz and Emerald suit buyers wanting personality and self-expression. Preciosa's opal effects and exclusive special production colours add further variety for fashion-led tooth gem styling.
How are Preciosa tooth gems applied? โพ
Tooth gem application is carried out by a trained tooth gem professional, dental aesthetics specialist or qualified dental practitioner. The procedure is non-invasive and reversible, typically taking 30 minutes or less per gem. The practitioner cleans and prepares the tooth surface, applies a small amount of specialist dental adhesive (typically a flowable composite resin), places the crystal precisely using tooth gem tools, and cures the adhesive with a dental UV light. The procedure does not damage the tooth and is fully reversible.
How long do Preciosa tooth gems last? โพ
Properly applied Preciosa tooth gems typically last between 6 months and several years, depending on bite, diet, oral hygiene and the adhesive used. Tooth gems on lower-bite-stress positions (canines, front teeth) typically last longer than those on higher-bite-stress positions (molars). Avoid biting directly on hard foods at the gem position, maintain regular dental hygiene, and follow the aftercare instructions provided by the tooth gem professional. If a gem comes loose, return to the original practitioner for reapplication.
How quickly can I receive Preciosa tooth gem crystals? โพ
The majority of orders dispatch same or next working day from our warehouse. UK orders typically arrive within 1-2 working days; USA orders within 2 to 5 days via express shipping. For tooth gem clinic supply, training school bulk orders or production-quantity discussions, contact us directly at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com to confirm stock and dispatch timing before placing the order.
