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Shade Selection for Indirect Esthetic Restorations

COURSE NUMBER: 690

Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

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Esthetics is an important factor that dictates the success of a restoration. An esthetic restoration blends in the patient's mouth. Optimal shade selection is one of the key factors for developing an esthetic restoration. However, due to th...

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Overview

Esthetics is an important factor that dictates the success of a restoration. An esthetic restoration blends in the patient's mouth. Optimal shade selection is one of the key factors for developing an esthetic restoration. However, due to the wide variety of natural tooth colors, achieving an intimate shade match between the restoration and the natural tooth/teeth may be difficult. Many patients are dissatisfied with their restorations due to improper shade selection, and therefore, every restorative dentist should be acquainted with the shade selection process to achieve the best outcomes

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assistants, Dental Assisting Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Mar 21, 2025

  • Last Revision Date:

    NA

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Mar 20, 2028

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    250, 610, 780

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • State the importance of shade selection in achieving an esthetic restoration.
  • Describe the basic components of color.
  • List the guidelines for optimal shade selection.
  • Define the various methods/techniques of shade selection.
  • Describe the various shade guides and shade recording armamentarium.
  • Select the most optimal tool for shade selection.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

Note:  Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Ahuja reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Dr. Ahuja graduated with a BDS from Nair Hospital Dental College in 2002 and an MDS certificate in Prosthodontics from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN. She then joined the same University as an Assistant Profes...

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Submission Information

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Recognition

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Approved PACE Program Provider

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Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.