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Give Your Smile a Uniform Look With Teeth Contouring in Bend, OR

Many of our smile makeovers involve completely changing the appearance of teeth with restorations like dental veneers. In some cases, though, a much smaller change can make a big difference in how your smile looks! With teeth contouring in Bend, we can remove a tiny amount of enamel to modify the length and/or shape of your teeth.

A contouring procedure is:

  • Affordable — It costs less than veneers or dental crowns.
  • Simple — This treatment, which involves removing a tiny bit of enamel from teeth with a laser, is a quicker and easier way to improve your smile than other cosmetic dentistry procedures.
  • Fast — It can be completed in a single appointment.
  • Pain-Free — Since there are no nerves in tooth enamel, the process involves no discomfort.
  • Natural Looking — Since you’re simply removing a bit of enamel rather than adding restorations, the procedure won’t dramatically alter your smile. It will, however, correct the appearance of uneven teeth, worn teeth, or teeth with small chips.

To see if a teeth contouring procedure is right for you, call 541-668-8070 today.

Make Short Teeth Appear Longer With Crown Lengthening

With contouring, we can remove enamel from teeth that are too long. If you have teeth that are too short, we can change your smile’s appearance with a treatment called crown lengthening. Dr. Drew will simply use a laser to remove a tiny amount of gum tissue and reveal more of your teeth’s enamel. We sometimes recommend a crown lengthening procedure to make it easier to apply a restoration like a veneer or crown to a tooth.

A contouring or crown lengthening procedure can’t address some smile flaws such as stained teeth. If your teeth are dull or discolored, you may want to consider:

  • Dental Veneers — Dr. Drew can carefully apply thin shells of tooth-colored porcelain to the front of teeth to hide discoloration and many other imperfections.
  • Teeth Whitening — We offer options of whitening treatments in our office or take-home treatments. Both contain higher concentrations of whitening ingredients than drugstore products, so they offer brighter results.

For teeth contouring in Bend, call Drew Family Dentistry at 541-668-8070.

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“Dr. Drew and his team always deliver. They are thorough and precise, taking care with each patient. They never make you feel rushed, but also balance everything efficiently. I had multiple issues with my temporary crown. Each time they got me in immediately and fixed the issue. They do quality dental work. Scheduling is easy, and the staff members are friendly.” – Jessica L.
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“My wife and I have been going to Dr Drew for around 3yrs now and they are fantastic. Every part of their office feels very clean and sanitary and they always have the (what seems like) latest tech when it comes to not only checking you in, but also cleaning/working on your teeth. All this and I haven’t even mentioned the people that work there – they are the best! …” Read More – Taylor S.
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Common Questions About Teeth Contouring

How does teeth contouring work?

During a teeth contouring procedure, we use a laser and/or a sanding instrument to remove small amounts of enamel. The goal is to improve the shape of your teeth so you have a uniform smile. It works well for flaws like minor chips, uneven edges, too-long teeth, and overly pointy teeth.

Is teeth contouring safe?

Tooth contouring is a very safe treatment. The primary risk is weakening your tooth enamel, which can cause sensitivity. Since we remove only a tiny bit of enamel from your teeth, it’s a very small risk. You may want to switch to a nonabrasive toothpaste and/or a toothbrush with softer bristles to further reduce the chance of this happening.

Does teeth contouring hurt?

Your teeth enamel contains no nerves, so you’ll feel no discomfort during a teeth contouring procedure. Still, we can numb your mouth with anesthesia if you’d like. If you’re nervous, you can also receive dental sedation. Inhaled sedation would be a good choice since it wears off quickly with no lingering grogginess. You can drive yourself home after your appointment.

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