Tooth Bonding Recovery for Small Teeth: Adapting to Your Fuller Smile
Some of us are simply born with smaller, narrow teeth that leave gaps in our smile or look a bit babyish next to our gums. In cosmetic dentistry, we call this microdontia. Adding composite resin to the sides and tips of small teeth is a brilliant way to broaden your smile without cutting away any enamel.
So what does recovery look like once your teeth are built out?
To be blunt: physically, there is zero recovery. We don’t drill into the nerve, and there are no stitches or bleeding gums. You walk right out of our London practice ready for normal life.
Your tongue has spent your whole life knowing the exact size of your teeth. Now that they are suddenly two millimetres wider, your tongue thinks they are huge boulders. You might even find yourself tripping over ‘S’ or ‘Th’ words for the first day or two.
Reading the evening news out loud at home for five minutes helps your lips and tongue reprogram their muscle memory very quickly.
Your gums might feel slightly tight or irritated where the new resin sits down along the gum collar. Warm salt water rinses soothe that within twenty-four hours.
Thinking about widening your small teeth? Book a consultation with Envy Smile in Shepherd’s Bush on 020 3719 6889.
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The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face-to-face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
