The Truth about Enamel Shaping |
Posted: November 8, 2019 |
When most people think about cosmetic dentistry, in most cases, they often imagine teeth whitening, braces, tooth extraction or dental veneers. However, our dentists at Springvale Dental Clinic can also perform lesser-known and simple procedures that can improve the appearance of your smile. One of these procedures is known as enamel shaping. Enamel shaping is an effective technique used to correct the appearance of crooked, uneven, oversized or rough teeth. What makes this procedure so simple is that it only involves removing or restructuring a small part of the enamel or the outer surface of the tooth to make it smoother and uniform. Usually, this process is quick, painless, and comfortable, and the results can be seen in less than an hour. In some other cases, this procedure may even replace the need for braces or other teeth alignment treatments. During this procedure, our dentist starts by taking a picture of your smile to refer to later. Additionally, he/she will perform a complete evaluation of your teeth and discuss with you the benefits and risks of this procedure. The dentist may also use some diagnostic tools such as photographs and models of the jaw during the evaluation. Once the evaluation is done, the dentist will let you know how long the procedure is expected to last and how many appointments you may need to schedule. Generally, the dentist gets this procedure done in one session; however you may need a follow-up appointment to finish the procedure. From there, the dentist will get to work on the enamel shaping using a dental drill, polishing disks, tips, pastes, diamond and carbide burs. The goal is to remove a small amount of the enamel to smoothen and polish the edges of the tooth into the desired shape. After that, the dentist will smoothen and polish the adjacent teeth next to the irregular tooth to further perfect your smile, thus making them look and feel as good as new. Enamel shaping is painless since there are no nerves in your enamel. Therefore, it is unnecessary to use any kind of anaesthesia for the procedure. However, if you are nervous about feeling any pain, you can ask for the anaesthesia. After enamel shaping, it is obvious that you will have a thinner layer of enamel; therefore, it is essential to take proper care of your teeth. The dentist will recommend you the best toothpaste and toothbrush to use to protect your teeth. Most dentists may want to combine enamel shaping with veneers, teeth whitening, dental crowns and other cosmetic procedures to help you achieve the perfectly shaped and beautiful smile. Also, if your teeth are overcrowded and almost impossible to be corrected with enamel shaping, the dentist may combine the treatment with other dental procedures. Lastly, remember that enamel shaping results are immediate and permanent. So, be sure to communicate with your dentist to determine the most suitable treatment for both your dental care needs and your cosmetic goals. If you are interested in enamel shaping, kindly do not hesitate to contact or visit us at Springvale Dental Clinic and we will be glad to attend to your dental needs.
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