Beyond the eye: photographic vs digital pathways to precise restorations
16 May 2026
DTS Lecture Theatre
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Learning Content
This presentation examines the evolution of shade matching in modern dentistry, comparing traditional photographic techniques with advanced digital tools like Matiss to deliver superior aesthetic results in dental restorations.
It highlights the limitations of human visual perception and demonstrates how technology overcomes these challenges for more accurate, consistent, and repeatable outcomes.
- Compare photographic and digital shade matching methods for precise restorations - Use Matisse tools like Staining Studio to optimise monolithic shade accuracy - Apply clinical photography techniques for consistent shade results - Communicate with labs using photos and protocols for predictable outcomes - Create dental blueprints for enhanced shade matching and planning.
Aims
To critically compare traditional photographic shade matching with advanced digital and AI-driven technologies, highlighting how they overcome the limitations of human visual perception.
• To demonstrate practical applications of AI platforms like Matisse for achieving precise, predictable results in monolithic restorations such as full zirconia crowns.







