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Sometimes the difference between a good smile and a great one is a matter of millimeters. Enameloplasty — also called tooth reshaping or contouring — is a gentle, conservative procedure that smooths and sculpts the surface of your teeth. At Dental Arts of Boston, it’s one of the quickest ways to refine your smile. Enameloplasty can:
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Because enameloplasty removes only a tiny amount of surface enamel, it’s typically painless and usually requires no anesthesia. It’s ideal for minor imperfections — but it isn’t a fix for everything. When a tooth needs to be built up rather than smoothed down, your dentist may combine reshaping with dental bonding, or recommend veneers for a more dramatic change.
During your consultation, your dentist will assess your enamel and explain exactly what reshaping can and can’t achieve, so you know what to expect before we begin.
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It’s typically painless. We’re only smoothing the outer enamel, which has no nerves, so most patients don’t need any anesthesia.
Yes — enamel doesn’t grow back, which is why we remove only a very small, carefully judged amount. Your dentist will make sure reshaping is the right call for your teeth.
It works best for minor imperfections on otherwise healthy teeth with adequate enamel. If your goals call for more, we’ll suggest bonding or veneers instead.