ASPECTS OF LIGHT AND COLOR IN AESTHETIC DENTISTRY

Abstract

When examining the dentition and individual teeth, a rainbow of their inherent colors is revealed - from transparent blue, grayish to various shades of white, yellow and light brown. In addition to individual colors, intact teeth have properties such as a special enamel gloss, opalescent and fluorescent effect. The teeth of the same person may differ in color depending on their group membership. Therefore, canines are usually darker (or yellowish) than incisors.