What is Dental Contouring?
Dental contouring (also called enameloplasty or tooth reshaping) is a quick, conservative procedure that removes tiny amounts of enamel to improve the shape, length, or surface of your teeth.
It's often combined with Composite Bonding for more dramatic transformations. This is a procedure for your teeth only — not facial aesthetics.
No Anaesthesia Needed
Only a tiny amount of enamel is removed — completely painless.
Instant Results
Walk out with improved teeth in just one appointment.
Conservative Approach
The most minimal cosmetic procedure — nothing added to your teeth.
The Art of the Subtle Change
Dental contouring is the 'finishing touch' of aesthetic dentistry. By removing tiny amounts of enamel—often less than a millimeter—we can correct small chips, smooth uneven edges, and soften pointed canines. It is a painless, one-visit procedure that brings instant harmony to your smile without the need for anaesthetic.
Your Contouring Appointment
Assessment
We examine your teeth and discuss what can be achieved with contouring alone.
Reshaping
Using fine diamond instruments, we gently reshape the enamel.
Polishing
The teeth are smoothed and polished for a natural, gleaming finish.
Ideal Candidates
Ideal Candidates
May Need Alternatives
Your Investment
We believe in transparent pricing and flexible payment options to make your treatment accessible.
Treatment
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- •Settle remaining balance on treatment completion
- •Speak to our team if you have any questions
What's Included
- Consultation
- Contouring treatment
- Final polish
What Maypole's Patients Say
"The dentist is skilled and gentle. They offer both NHS and private care, and the prices are fair for the quality you get. I went in with a problem and they sorted it quickly."
— Sanju Philip
— Sanju Philip
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Once enamel is removed, it does not grow back. That is why we take an extremely conservative approach, removing only the minimum amount necessary to achieve your desired result.
No. We only remove a thin layer of enamel (typically less than half a millimetre), which has no nerve endings. No anaesthesia is needed, and most patients find the procedure completely comfortable.
Contouring is best for subtle improvements—smoothing edges, refining shapes, and evening out minor irregularities. For more significant changes, we recommend combining it with bonding or considering veneers.
Most contouring appointments are completed in just 15-30 minutes, depending on how many teeth are being treated. It is one of the quickest cosmetic procedures available, with immediate visible results.
Because we remove such a small amount of enamel, sensitivity is very rare. However, if you already have thin enamel or existing sensitivity, we will assess whether contouring is appropriate for you.
Contouring alone cannot close gaps. However, it is often combined with composite bonding, which adds material to the teeth. This combination can close small gaps while also improving overall tooth shape and symmetry.
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