The grillz guide

All three look like diamonds to the eye. The difference is what they are, how they sparkle and what they cost.

Moissanite

Made in a lab from silicon carbide. It actually throws more rainbow sparkle (called fire) than a diamond, and it's almost as hard, so it holds up to daily wear. It's the best value for a fully iced look.

Lab diamond

A real diamond, grown in a lab instead of mined. Same chemistry, same hardness, same look as a natural diamond, for a fraction of the price.

Natural diamond

Mined from the earth. It costs the most and holds the most prestige. Great for a single statement stone or for anyone who wants the real thing.

Cubic zirconia

The budget option. It shines bright at first but is softer and can get cloudy over time. Fine for a fun piece, but not for one you'll wear every day.

Our take: moissanite for a full ice-out, a lab or natural diamond for an accent stone.

Every Stylez piece starts with your mold and ends with a hand polish.

1. Model. We pour a stone model from your mold. It's an exact copy of your teeth.
2. Design. Each tooth is shaped in wax or digitally to hug your teeth.
3. Cast. The design is cast in solid gold or silver.
4. Fit. We test the piece on your model and adjust until it snaps on clean.
5. Finish. Cuts, diamond dust or stone setting happen here, then a final mirror polish.

That's why custom grillz take a couple of weeks. Each one is made for one mouth only.

• Take them out to eat. Food gets trapped and can damage the piece.
• Brush your teeth before you put them back in.
• Clean them with a soft toothbrush and mild soap, then rinse. For a deeper clean, soak in a jewelry cleaner made for your metal.
• Store them in the case when not wearing. Not in a pocket, not in a napkin.
• Don't sleep in them.
• See your dentist for regular checkups.

Silver can darken over time. A silver polishing cloth brings it right back.