The paintless dent removal process can be used to remove dents, hail, and minor surface panel damage without painting or replacing the panels. Paintless Dent Repair preserves a car's original paint finish and can be performed by technicians who are knowledgeable about this technique. The process of PDR uses special tools to remove imperfections from panels damaged by hail or dents. Paintless dent removal is usually faster than traditional auto body shops, but the degree of damage must be considered.