During the tooth reshaping procedure, the cosmetic dentist will remove small amounts of tooth enamel only (the outermost layer of the tooth), where ever necessary. Before any reshaping is done, your cosmetic dentist at FMS will create a guide for your enamel recontouring by marking your teeth where corrections will be made. Once your enamel recontouring is mapped out, your cosmetic dentist will gradually reshape the surface enamel. After reshaping it is important to polish the teeth. Enamel recontouring is generally performed in one office visit. Since the procedure is painless, it does not require the use of anesthesia.