Dental Contouring and Reshaping

The tooth contouring and reshaping procedure is fast, easy, painless and affordable. This is one of the few instant treatments that are now available in cosmetic dentistry. The tooth contouring and reshaping procedure is done to correct crooked teeth, chipped teeth, cracked teeth or even overlapping teeth for as fast as one session.

Under certain circumstances, the dental contouring procedure can even be a substitute for braces and can even be a procedure for subtle changes. When performed by a cosmetic dentist, a few millimeters of reduction and a few millimeters of tooth-colored laminate can create a beautiful smile, with no discomfort to the patient. In addition, small problems with bite may be corrected through teeth contouring. Tooth contouring is usually combined in dental bonding to achieve a beautiful smile.

Computer imaging are used by some dentists in cosmetic dentistry to present to the patient the latter's possible appearance after undergoing the procedure. X-rays will be taken by the cosmetic dentist to evaluate the size and location of the pulp of each tooth. This is to guaranty that there is enough bone between the teeth to support them.

Prior to performing the procedure, the cosmetic dentist will mark the patient's teeth with a pencil to aid the cosmetic dentist in their sculpting process. Imperfections are artfully eliminated or minimized as the cosmetic dentist sculpts the tooth. To remove small amounts of surface enamel gradually, a sanding drill or laser may be utilized. In order to shape the actual sides of the patient's teeth, abrasive strips are then moved back and forth between the teeth. Afterwards, the teeth are smoothed and polished. Anesthetic is usually unnecessary in this procedure. The duration for the teeth contouring and reshaping generally takes one to three visits.

However, there are limits in this procedure because the dentist can remove only a small amount of tooth enamel. When too much enamel is removed on the patient’s teeth, this can post a risk for tooth breakage and decay. Uneven teeth will not be totally resolved by grinding if the cause of uneven teeth is something else. And lastly, dental insurance only likely to cover tooth contouring and reshaping when it is required as a result of an accident.