In your search for a way to improve the shape of your teeth, you may have stumbled upon the benefits of dental contouring. You probably know that you are unhappy with the current state of your smile’s appearance and that contouring may help. But how much do you really know about this treatment? Are you sure it’s contouring you need and not bonding? We invite you to find out how much you really know (and learn a thing or two in the process) with the following dental quiz:

Dental Contouring Quiz: True or False

1. True or False: If you wish to lengthen your teeth or improve a crack, you should choose dental contouring.
2. True or False: Contouring is useful for gently buffing away problems like sharp tooth points or jagged tooth borders.
3. True or False: Dental contouring will require an anesthetic and it will take multiple treatments but it is worth it.

Dental Quiz Answer Key

1. False. If you are looking for a way to add the illusion of tooth tissue, we suggest bonding. However, we suggest contouring if you are looking for a way to gently reshape your teeth with the minimal reduction of tooth tissue.
2. True. One of the main benefits of contouring is that you can soften and smooth problem areas, such as jagged, rough, or pointed teeth. Dental contouring is also appropriate for other minor adjustment needs, which may include gently shortening a too-long tooth, reducing a tooth that overlaps another, achieving a more uniform smile line, smoothing texture problems, and improving your tooth’s shape.
3. False. Contouring is prized for its efficiency, its comfort, and its budget-friendliness. You will likely only need to visit us for a single treatment to achieve your smile goals. You will not need an anesthetic because the gentle polishing is typically quite comfortable.

ABOUT YOUR CONROE DENTIST:

The Dental Centre of Conroe, John M Richards DDS delivers distinctive cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry for residents of Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities. For more information about our services, or to schedule an appointment, contact us by calling (936) 441-4600.