When the paint and panel condition allow it, paintless dent repair can reshape a dent while preserving the original finish. Send photos for an initial assessment.
Panel access, paint condition, dent depth, creases, edges, and previous repairs all affect whether PDR is appropriate.
A suitable PDR repair reshapes the metal without conventional filler and refinishing.
Cracked paint, stretched metal, sharp creases, or structural damage may require body repair and refinishing instead.
Reflections and several angles help, but the final recommendation follows a hands-on inspection.
PDR is commonly considered for damage where the finish remains intact and the metal can be accessed and reshaped.
Body repair may be more appropriate when paint is cracked, the panel is torn or heavily creased, metal is stretched, corrosion is present, or access is restricted.
No. The paint, dent shape, metal stretch, location, access, and vehicle construction determine whether PDR is suitable.
Photos can support an initial opinion, but reflections can hide low spots and damage. The final method should be confirmed in person.