Can You Reshape Your Teeth?

Are you looking for a way to reshape your teeth?  It is no longer a pipe dream to reshape teeth that are visually underwhelming. Whether you have chipped, poorly aligned, uneven or otherwise-flawed teeth, your dentist has the tools and abilities to reshape them.

Which Teeth can You Reshape?

In general, people tend to reshape their front teeth since these teeth are prominently visible when the lips separate to form a smile.  However, a dentist can technically reshape any tooth in your mouth. Dentists sometimes combine the reshaping of teeth with the dental treatment known as bonding.  Bonding involves the application of resin to the teeth to enhance their appearance

The Basics of Reshaping Teeth

Make the decision to reshape your teeth and the dentist will make subtle alterations that make a big difference in the appearance of your smile.  Slightly altering a few millimeters of your tooth really can make the difference between a distracting smile and one that proves heart-warming. Whether you have concerns about the shape, length or position of your teeth, reshaping is the answer.

In order to reshape teeth, dentists gently eliminate tooth enamel with either a laser or a drill.  The dentist will X-ray the teeth to determine the location of the pulp and the amount of the tooth. The dentist then trims the areas that are misshapen. The dentist can shorten teeth that are especially long. We can alter the teeth that are generally shaped in a manner that is unflattering to the eyes will be altered for an even aesthetic.

Evening out teeth is also important for creating the proper alignment and bite.  All in all, if you are looking to reshape your teeth, you can expect to spend at least half an hour in the dentist's chair.  The specific length of time for tooth contouring will ultimately depend on the number of teeth that need to be improved and the degree to which they are misshapen.

Why Bother Reshaping Teeth?

The reshaping of teeth will dramatically boost your confidence and possibly even make it easier to chew your food in a thorough manner.  Teeth reshaping, also known as teeth contouring, is widely revered as the best means of correcting uneven, cracked or chipped teeth. Such unsightly teeth prove distracting when smiling, laughing or eating.

Ask people who reshape their teeth about the experience and most will testify that it goes quickly.  They will also report teeth contouring did not cause considerable pain. So do not live one more day with misshapen teeth.  Ask your dentist about teeth contouring and you will find that most dentists can beautify unsightly teeth in a single appointment.

How to Care for Teeth After Reshaping

Reshape your teeth and abide by your dentist's instructions for aftercare and they will remain quite lovely in appearance for years to come.  Above all, you should refrain from chewing pen caps, fingernails and hard foods after having your teeth reshaped. Brush your teeth two times per day, floss at least once each day and your reshaped teeth will serve you well in the years to come.

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