This is a true 3-dimensional language based on the visual elements or effects produced by illumination. The Esthetic Guide quantifies Translucency and Value; while Color (Hue and Chroma) can be referenced using Vita or any commercial shade guide. Translucency, Value, and then Color can describe any part of a tooth or any characterization. Even 'white' spots require translucency and value references to identify chalky dense white spots or cloudy translucent white spots as they are visually quite different in intensity and appearance.
The elements are assigned independently using the VET diagram format. In 3 Easy Steps the reference tabs are assigned to the different parts of the tooth. Assigning one level to the Over-all tooth is the easiest. The tabs can also be assigned to Areas, Layers, or Formations in teeth. The level of detail depends on the demands of the individual case. Even basic use of the system produces dramatic improvement over any previous method. For the first time dentists can prescribe a glassy looking A3 and reference where and how translucent it needs to be.
With this system any distribution of gingival tint, dentin, or enamel, any pattern or level of translucency, value, and color can be quickly referenced to fit each individual patient. Just as a color system works, three independant basic elements or colors can be combined to produce thousands of combinations. No more struggle to 'fit' a tooth to the ideal Vita tab. Reference tabs and human vision outperform photography or scanning.
