Also known as odontoplasty, teeth reshaping is one of the most convenient, cost-effective options for fixing chipped, uneven, or poorly aligned teeth to create a more attractive smile. Dentists often combine shaping or contouring teeth with a treatment called bonding, which involves applying resin to improve the overall appearance of the teeth. The front teeth are the best candidates for reshaping and bonding. Tooth reshaping is a conservative, fast and painless procedure which effectively improves the appearance of the tooth and the overall dental health.
This process is used to reshape a tooth or multiple teeth to bring them back to their natural look and feel. To do this, Dr. Jennings or Dr. Perrett will remove small amounts of enamel to change your tooth’s length, shape, or surface. The end goal of dental reshaping is to achieve a more unified, aesthetic look to your whole smile. The reshaping process will help teeth to look less crowded, feel more comfortable, and decrease inconsistent-looking enamel. The changes will be subtle and can even be an option that can replace braces (for patients with minor overlapping or irregularity).
This procedure is rather painless, as only the surface is affected and altered. Tooth reshaping is only recommended for smaller fixes, and our doctors at Pinnacle Dentistry will perform a comprehensive exam to determine if this is the right course of action for you. Reshaping one tooth usually takes less than half an hour — and the results will be obvious as soon as you look in the mirror!
An ideal candidate for tooth reshaping is someone who is unhappy with the look or feel of their teeth.