4 Topic Commentaries

Simplifying Shade Selection for Esthetic Restorations

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  Joe C. Ontiveros, DDS, MS

  Professor; Interim Chair, Department of Restorative Dentistry & Prosthodontics; John M. Powers Endowed Distinguished Professor in Oral Biomaterials; Head of Esthetic Dentistry; Director, Oral Biomaterials Division

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  UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry

  As a practitioner, I see how simple things like matching the color of tooth restorations with natural teeth or ensuring patients have a harmonious smile can change how they feel about themselves. Being on the other end where I am able to help improve these processes is really rewarding as well.

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  Russell A. Giordano II, DMD, DMSc, CAGS

  Professor; Director of Biomaterials; Associate Professor in Materials Science & Engineering

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  Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

  Most dentists are using very old shade guides that don’t cover the entire spectrum of natural teeth.

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  Becky M. Smith, DDS

  Clinical Professor; Interim Associate Dean of Clinical Operations; Interim Chair, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences

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  University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry

  I am excited about having windows! I know it sounds trivial, but they can improve our mental health and shade matching!

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  Markus B. Blatz, DMD, PhD, Prof Dr med dent

  Chair and Professor of Restorative Dentistry; Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development

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  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

  Matching the shades of adjacent veneers and crowns on discolored abutment teeth is a major esthetic challenge.

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