title: Methods for aesthetic evaluation in replacement of ceramic fixed prosthetics.
abstract: After numerous years in situ, ceramic fixed prostheses appear high in value when compared with the adjacent natural teeth, and the patient may desire the replacement of the prosthesis primarily for aesthetic reasons. This article provides exact information on preoperative shade evaluation, modification of a manufactured shade tab, custom shade fabrication, and soft tissue cast fabrication to help to ensure optimal results. The learning objective of this article is an enhanced understanding of the principles of aesthetic restorations.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral Health Practice, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry at Lexington.
authors.forename: R T
authors.initials: RT
authors.lastname: Williamson
mesh_terms: D003116:Color / Q000592:standards; D003442:Crowns; D003776:Dental Porcelain; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D017797:Prosthesis Coloring / Q000592:standards*
chemical_list: D003776:Dental Porcelain