Abstract:

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of various shade-matching methods, comparing their accuracy, and highlight the growing importance of digital tools in modern dental medicine.
Materials and Methods: The research relied on Google Scholar and PubMed publications.
Results: Methods for color determining can be divided into two categories: objective (device-based) and subjective (visual). Visual assessment using shade guides remains the most commonly employed method in clinical practice, yet it is highly dependent on individual assessment and lighting conditions. Research indicates that spectrophotometers enhance accuracy by 33% and provide objective compliance of 93.3%. The workflow process between the laboratory and the dentist is objectified by the eLab system. Digital tools such as intraoral scanners and advanced colorimeters, including Optishade, have demonstrated superior repeatability and accuracy. Significant differences regarding accuracy have been observed in studies comparing various devices; spectrophotometers and digital colorimeters frequently outperform conventional visual approaches.
Conclusion: For increased accuracy and dependability, the results highlight the necessity of a hybrid approach to shade selection that incorporates both conventional and digital methods. Accuracy and efficiency should be further improved in the future with the use of cloud-based data storage and AI-driven shade-matching systems. In order to maximize patient satisfaction and improve aesthetic results, digital dental medicine will continue to evolve.

Keywords: EasyShade V, spectrophotometer, intraoral scanner, Optishade, digital dental medicine, shade matching