Digital Shade Matching

When a crown, veneer, or bonded restoration sits next to your natural teeth, color is what makes it blend in or stand out. Digital shade matching uses precise digital tools to capture your tooth's exact color, translucency, and shading, so any restoration we create matches the surrounding teeth as closely as possible.

When It's Used

Crowns — matching a new crown to the teeth around it, especially in the visible smile line.
Veneers — coordinating shade across multiple veneers for a consistent, natural look.
Bonding — blending composite material with your existing enamel color.

How It Fits Into Treatment

Shade matching is typically done alongside other digital tools already used for restorative work. Our intraoral camera lets you see the area being matched, and our digital impression scanner captures the precise fit for crowns and other appliances built from the shade information we record.

What to Expect

No guesswork — shade selection is recorded digitally rather than judged by eye alone.
Comfortable process — no extra discomfort beyond the restoration procedure itself.
Consistent results — the same shade data can be referenced if adjustments are needed later.

This content is for general information only and isn't dental or medical advice. Talk with a qualified provider about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.