If you’ve ever needed a dental crown, you may have wondered how it ends up matching your natural teeth so perfectly. Teeth aren’t just “white,” after all — they have subtle variations in shade, brightness, and translucency that make every smile unique. Choosing the right color for a crown is both a science and an art, and dentists use several techniques to make sure your restoration blends in seamlessly.
Here’s a closer look at how dentists color-match dental crowns and what goes into creating a natural-looking result.
(more…)