Aesthetic Tooth Recontouring

What is Aesthetic Tooth Recontouring?

The goal of Aesthetic Tooth Recontouring is to change the size or shape of the teeth so that slightly damaged or out of proportion teeth are brought back into alignment with the rest.

This procedure is used to improve your smile by gently reshaping individual teeth. It is a painless procedure where Dr. Crumpton uses fine discs to re-shape the edges of the tooth, which can alter the length, shape or position of your teeth. It is ideal for people who want to make subtle changes in their smile.

What tooth problems can Aesthetic Recontouring correct?

Aesthetic Recontouring can be used to correct crooked teeth, chipped teeth, cracked teeth or even overlapping teeth effectively. It may also help correct small problems with bite.

Even the smallest nuances of your teeth can significantly alter a first impression. Many people have chipped teeth, worn edges, or shallow pits or grooves in their tooth enamel that stand in the way of having a perfect smile. Aesthetic recontouring is a fast and simple way for such people to improve minor imperfections in their teeth including small chips, minor unevenness, slight overlaps, shallowly pitted surfaces, or worn biting areas.

Beyond the obvious benefits in appearance, there are often oral health gains too. Smoothing the teeth and repairing overlaps can make them easier to clean, reducing the risk of affecting the cavities and gum disease.

Alternatives to Aesthetic Recontouring

Aesthetic Recontouring can be a rapid and effective way of handling minor tooth imperfections, but it is not a substitute for porcelain veneers and other cosmetic procedures when called for. If the imperfections you want to handle cannot be addressed with recontouring, other options include Dental Bonding, Veneers or even CEREC Crowns.

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