The use of intraoral scanners for shade selection

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Salma Sulaiman Al-Ghalayini
 

Consultant of cosmetic dentistry and prosthodontics, Saudi Arabia.

: Dent Health Curr Res

Abstract

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The accurate reproduction of the tooth colour represents a challenge for the clinician, a concern for the patient and a key factor for the success of the restoration. In aesthetic dentistry, colour plays a crucial role alongside tooth morphology in order to achieve a pleasing and natural looking prosthetic results. The measuring and transferring of the colour information are fundamental to achiever perfect mimicry of the natural teeth and the surrounding tissues. Dental shade matching can be performed by visual methods, using dental shade guides, and instrumentally, using spectrophotometers, colorimeters, and, more recently, intraoral digital scanners. In the era of digital dentistry and digital workflow, lots of studies are trying to evaluate the accuracy and repeatability of different intraoral scanners on shade selection.

Biography

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Accomplished dentist with 20 years of experience in providing impeccable patient care, support and services centering on cosmetic restorations and full mouth rehabilitation within diverse dentalcare settings, including hospitals, non-profit clinics and dental practices across Saudi Arbia and Africa. Have a doctor degree in cosmetic dentistry and prosthodontics since 2017 with several certificates in the field.