Authors : Dr. Santosh Dixit; Dr. Varun Deshpande; Dr. Vikram Rathod; Dr. Diksha Fegade; Dr. Nikita Mehta; Dr. Siddharth Narote; Dr. Akshay Hole

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 10 - October

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26Oct846

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Abstract : Background Accurate shade selection is a fundamental prerequisite for achieving optimal esthetic outcomes in restorative and prosthodontic dentistry. Conventional visual shade matching remains the most widely employed technique in clinical practice; however, it is highly subjective and influenced by numerous operator- and environment-related factors. Recent advances in digital dentistry have introduced objective shade determination systems, including spectrophotometers, digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) photography, and smartphone-based applications, which may improve the reliability and reproducibility of shade selection.  Aim To compare the agreement of four different shade selection methods—visual shade guide, VITA Easyshade spectrophotometer, DSLR photography, and smartphone application—for maxillary central incisors in young adults.

Keywords : Tooth Shade, Shade Matching, VITA Easyshade, DSLR Photography, Smartphone Application, Esthetic Dentistry, Digital Dentistry.

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