Color matching with composite resin: a synchronized shade comparison.

While traditional shade guides have been developed to facilitate shade selection for various restorative procedures, these tools are often fabricated according to the properties of porcelain materials rather than composite resin options. Contemporary composite resin restorations are often fabricated using incorrect guides that can compromise the final result. This article describes a predictable procedure for shade determination, shade mapping, and custom shade tab fabrication for predictable restoration using direct composite resin materials.