Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Cosmetic contouring of the teeth has been used for a number of years

Cosmetic contouring of the teeth has been used for a number of years to reshape and straighten natural teeth. It can be used for broken, chipped, long, crooked, or irregularly shaped teeth. Cosmetic contouring gives the illusion of a good, natural alignment, while being minimally invasive. It is quick, relatively inexpensive and usually requires no anesthesia.

Factors that need to be considered before Cosmetic contouring include the thickness of the tooth, exposed underlying dentin, and overall tooth structure. Your dentist may take an x-ray before the procedure to make sure that your tooth is thick enough to allow for it to be contoured with creating problems. Over-contouring can result in sensitive teeth, or even make the tooth susceptible to breakage.

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