title: Optimizing shade match using all-ceramic and composite materials.
abstract: Aesthetic management of the anterior dentition often requires the restorative team to use materials of varying color properties. The utilization of shade-selection devices to assist in color interpretation along with dental photography can improve communication between dentist and technician. Additionally, a shade guide system that addresses the four components of color in both ceramics and composites can have a profound impact on the predictability of matching different restorative materials. This article addresses several key elements that should be considered when utilizing different restorative media.
authors.affiliation: tcsnyder@aestheticdentaldesigns.com
authors.forename: Todd C
authors.initials: TC
authors.lastname: Snyder
authors.forename: Mark
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Baker
mesh_terms: D003116:Color / Q000592:standards; D003188:Composite Resins; D003442:Crowns; D003776:Dental Porcelain; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017797:Prosthesis Coloring / Q000592:standards*
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D003776:Dental Porcelain