A misshapen or uneven tooth can impact the way your smile looks. Our dentists can improve the aesthetics of your smile and even the function in one visit to Smile Loft Dental at Hillandale. Call 301-445-5821 today to meet with Dr. Kashyap Patel or Dr. Priya Patel for an appointment for cosmetic tooth contouring in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Cosmetic contouring is a service designed to improve the shape of your teeth and enhance the overall appearance of your smile. In the cosmetic tooth contouring procedure, our dentists and team remove small amounts of tooth enamel, which is the protective outer layer of the tooth. By making careful changes to the shape of the enamel, we correct cosmetic dental flaws and give your smile a more attractive appearance. In certain cases, we may recommend combining cosmetic contouring with dental bonding to achieve optimal results. Our team is typically able to complete cosmetic contouring in just one visit to our office, so you can achieve a more beautiful smile after a single appointment!
We may suggest cosmetic tooth contouring in order to make minor aesthetic changes to the size, length, surface or shape of your teeth. Tooth contouring can be used to correct:
- Slight tooth overlapping
- Irregularly shaped teeth
- Teeth that appear too long or too large
- Dips, bumps or other imperfections on the tooth surface
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Adjacent teeth of unequal length
- Teeth that look too pointed
Tooth contouring is a great choice for patients who are interested in making subtle changes to their smile to achieve a more inviting aesthetic. If you think cosmetic contouring may be the solution you need to enhance your smile, we welcome you to call or visit our office today. We are eager to help you reach all of your goals for your smile!
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmetic tooth contouring is a cosmetic dental procedure where small amounts of enamel are gently removed to reshape and improve the appearance of your teeth. This helps fix minor imperfections like uneven or misshapen teeth.
Most patients experience little to no discomfort during tooth contouring because only a small amount of enamel is removed. For anxious patients, your dentist can discuss comfort options.
The procedure is typically completed in a single visit and usually takes about an hour or less, depending on the extent of reshaping needed.
Yes, the changes from tooth contouring are permanent because enamel is being reshaped. Good oral hygiene and regular dental care help maintain your results.
In some cases, cosmetic tooth contouring may be combined with other treatments like dental bonding to achieve even better aesthetic results.