Tooth recontouring

Tooth recontouring

What is Tooth recontouring?

Tooth re-contouring is a cosmetic dental treatment that is used to change the length, surface and shape of your teeth for a more desirable look. This is also known as tooth reshaping and tooth sculpting.

Why would I need to have my tooth/teeth recontoured?

Tooth re-contouring can be used for a variety of different cosmetic reasons:

• Cracked or uneven teeth
• Fractured or chipped teeth
• Rough edges on the bottoms of your teeth
• Overlapping teeth
• Crooked teeth
• Pointy teeth
• Grooves or holes in teeth

What’s the Tooth recontouring procedure?

Tooth re-contouring procedures are relatively quick and can generally be completed in one visit (not including the initial free consultation)

• You will discuss your needs with the dentist
• X-rays will be taken to ascertain the strength of the bone, tissue and teeth being treated
• The dentist will use a variety of dental tools to file down the treated teeth to the agreed look and shape, giving the patient their perfect smile