Tooth reshaping and contouring
Do you feel skeptical about having braces? Do you want to improve your smile without undergoing the major cosmetic dentistry procedures? There is a faster alternative which you can opt for which provides instant results without the pain or expenses other procedures entail.
Tooth reshaping or contouring is a cosmetic dentistry procedure done to fix crooked, chipped, or cracked teeth. The best thing about tooth reshaping or contouring is that it can be completed in only one session.
Tooth reshaping or contouring can also be done to fix overlapping teeth and can be a substitute for braces, given the correct conditions. And you don’t have to worry about looking completely different after the procedure. Your smile will definitely improve without you looking drastically different. Tooth reshaping or contouring is done only to change the length, shaper, or position of your teeth so it will be more proportional to your jaw and face.
In tooth reshaping or contouring, the dentist will first have to take x-rays of your teeth to analyze and evaluate the size and location of each tooth. This is done so that the dentist can be sure that there is enough support for the teeth.
Before the actual tooth reshaping, the dentist will mark your teeth so that he will have a guide in sculpting your teeth later. As the sculpting is done, your teeth will be rid of imperfections, and it will be smoother and straighter. Tooth reshaping or contouring normally doesn’t even need anesthesia, and could be completed in one to three visits, depending on your teeth’s condition.
If you want to avoid feeling pained at having to undergo cosmetic dentistry procedures that require too much time and money, tooth reshaping or contouring could very well be your next best option. Just make sure to discuss first all your concerns with your dentist.