Are there little details about the shape of your teeth that bother you every time you look in the mirror? In many cases, correcting such flaws does not involve invasive or extensive procedures. Often, the path to a more attractive smile involves something as elegant and subtle as tooth recontouring (also known as tooth reshaping). On this page, you will learn more about what tooth recontouring is, whom it can help, how it may benefit you, and how the process works.
Why Choose Premier Dental for Tooth Recontouring?
Painless, precise procedure
Experienced, detail-oriented dental team
Improve your smile’s appearance and your oral health
What Is Tooth Recontouring?
Tooth recontouring is a quick procedure wherein we remove very small amounts of enamel to slightly alter a tooth’s appearance. It can change a tooth’s length, shape, or surface. Some of the issues it can address include:
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Small chips
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Grooves or pits in the enamel
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Irregular tooth shapes caused by uneven or extra teeth
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Teeth that are too long
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“Pointy” teeth (particularly the canine teeth)
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Teeth that slightly overlap one another
Whom Can Tooth Recontouring Help?
Tooth recontouring may be an excellent option for you if:
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You have small imperfections in your teeth that bother you. Bigger issues, such as large chips out of teeth or other significant aesthetic flaws, may need to be addressed by other treatments from your cosmetic dentist.
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You have healthy tooth enamel. Your dentist will be sure to thoroughly evaluate the state of your dental health before recommending tooth recontouring or any other procedure.
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You want a conservative way to improve your smile’s appearance. Tooth recontouring is a predictable, comfortable procedure that delivers outstanding results.
What Are The Benefits of Tooth Recontouring?
Some of the most outstanding benefits of tooth recontouring include:
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The results are beautiful. Even small changes to the shape of teeth can significantly enhance your smile’s aesthetics.
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It is painless. In most cases, we do not even need to use local anesthetic because the nature of the tooth recontouring process is so comfortable and minimally invasive.
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It is fast. The procedure can usually be completed in a single appointment.
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The results last. You will not have to worry about your teeth reverting to their former shape.
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It is good for oral health. Overlapping teeth or teeth with uneven grooves can easily collect harmful bacteria. Those areas may be difficult for you to clean when are brushing and flossing. By addressing irregularities in tooth shape, tooth recontouring can make your oral hygiene routine more effective.
The Tooth Recontouring Process
Are you interested in enhancing your smile via tooth recontouring? Contact Premier Dental to schedule your cosmetic consultation. After we learn about your goals for your teeth and evaluate your oral health, we may recommend tooth recontouring. During the procedure, we will use special tools to trim your enamel. We take great care to avoid contact with the sensitive inner layers of your teeth. Once the process is complete, you can go off and enjoy your beautiful new look!