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Effects of Teeth Contouring and Reshaping
Undergoing this procedure can drastically or subtly change the shape and orientation of the teeth. Since the individual teeth are actually being rebuilt into a specific shape, pointy teeth can be rounded out, uneven teeth can be given a more evenly-spaced appearance, overlapping teeth can be reduced, length can be removed, and the general appearance of the mouth can be greatly improved.
Teeth contouring and reshaping can even correct small problems with overbite or underbite.
Combining teeth contouring and reshaping with other cosmetic dental procedures
Since teeth contouring and reshaping is a relatively simple procedure that is usually completed within one office visit, a dentist may recommend that other procedures be combined with the contouring and reshaping in order to achieve a beautiful smile. Some offices even have the ability to use computers in order to make a model of what your new smile will look like.
Bonding is a dental procedure that is often combined with teeth contouring and reshaping. A thin layer of plastic is applied to the front of teeth and hardened, covering any natural flaws and providing a smooth finish.
Veneers may also be applied at the same time as a teeth contouring and reshaping as a way to repair any teeth that are discolored, chipped, have uneven surfaces, are misshapen, crooked, or overlapped/spaced out. Veneers are thin layers of porcelain that are glued to the front of teeth, very similar to what is done during bonding.
Permanence of teeth contouring and reshaping
Teeth contouring and reshaping is a permanent procedure without any anticipation of maintenance needed in the future. The results should last a lifetime and present no problems.
By Kira Lee
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