Dental shade taking service: accurate matches for perfect restorations
At GoDigital Dental, we know how important it is to get the right shade for your patients' dental restorations.
We offer a bespoke shade taking service at our modern dental lab in Nottingham. Our experienced team uses the latest tools and techniques to ensure every restoration matches your patient’s natural teeth perfectly.
Why choose our dental shade taking service?
Our experienced technicians are confident in shade matching which enables them to create the most accurate dental products. With years of training and practice, we can achieve precise shade taking so that the final restoration blends seamlessly with your patient’s natural teeth.
Outsourcing shade taking allows you to focus on what you do best, treating patients and delivering excellent dental care, and we can do what we do best to support you and your patients.
Flexible solutions for every shade
Why choose GoDigital Dental for shade taking?
At GoDigital Dental, we make shade taking simple, fast, and accurate. Our advanced technology helps you match tooth colours perfectly, every time. By using digital tools and intelligent software, we reduce human error and increase efficiency. No more guesswork or re-dos, just reliable results your patients will love. Our approach helps improve clinical outcomes, enhances communication with labs, and supports greater consistency across dental practices, leading to better overall care for patients.
Where comfort meets craftsmanship
What to expect at our dental lab
We interact with every patient who comes through our doors and do our best to make them feel as comfortable as possible in our non-clinical environment. We’ve found many come to us quite nervous, as they are under the impression that we are in a clinical setting!
We also offer the patient the opportunity to take a look around our very modern dental lab with the chance of seeing their restoration in production. Seeing their “teeth” being made can be quite impressive to a patient that had no idea of how a dental restoration is manufactured.
We liken it to the book The Elves and the Shoemaker. We work so seamlessly alongside the dental practice that they wouldn’t even know we were here.
Shade taking dental experts
How to book an appointment
You can either pass on our details to your patient and ask them to give us a call, which we find is the more convenient way for patients. Alternatively, you can pass on your patients’ details to us (with their permission), and we will contact them directly.
Either way, always ensure you have discussed this with your patient and letting us know that you wish for a patient to attend our lab for a shade taking appointment.
Where to find us
Our dental lab is based in Nottingham, just a short 4 minute drive from M1 Junction 26, and has free parking available, making it convenient for you to visit us by car. We’re a short walk away from the Phoenix Park tram stop and there are also great bus links from Nottingham City Centre.
Whether you are a local dentist or based further away, we offer you and your patients a reliable, professional service that fits both of your busy schedules.
At GoDigital Dental, we’re committed to providing the best dental shade taking service using advanced technology and expert craftsmanship. Let us help you deliver high-quality, long-lasting results for your patients.
Get in touch today and receive a complimentary consultation.
Dental shade taking service FAQs
What is the process for shade taking at the GoDigital Dental lab?
Once we have your patient booked in with us, we will explain exactly what we are going to be doing so we can reassure them that we will not be carrying out any invasive procedures. We will ask the patient what their expectations are and if they have any concerns. We will also need to know if they have been whitening, and when the last time they wore their trays was. This is very important, as we ideally would not want to see a patient a minimum of two weeks after they have finished their whitening treatment.
We will take a series of photos, both with and without shade tabs in situ, in order for our ceramists to have a good understanding of the patient’s current shade and reasons as to why a certain shade has been selected as the desired final result. We may require full face photos for large cases in order for us to achieve correct line angles, incisal length, as well as tooth library selection for the CAD/digital design.
The whole shade taking process can take up to 20-30 minutes, depending on how many questions a patient might like to ask us.
Ideally, we like to get the patient back to the lab to have the shade checked and make any final alterations. However, the final shade check can be done back at the patient’s dental practice should they struggle to return for a second appointment with us. We will always explain that, if a piece of work needs further adjustments, the cases will need to be returned to the lab, and that this could cause a delay in the work being fitted.
How can the practice assist GoDigital Dental achieve the best shade taking results?
As dental technicians, we don’t get to see the oral cavity in person at the time of prepping a tooth. We have the IOS to give us a rough guide, but there is truly nothing better than a shade taken by the dentist of the stump shade alongside good quality photos. This is the perfect situation, even if we’re not taking the shade at the lab.
A stump shade guide helps us to help you with material selection, as well as to figure out the best ways to block out darker areas.
How do I book a shade taking appointment at GoDigital Dental?
Booking a shade taking appointment is quick and easy. Simply call our team, and we will arrange a time for you to visit our lab. We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred appointment slot, especially during busy periods. Our team is happy to accommodate your schedule and provide guidance on the process.
How long does the shade taking process take?
The shade taking process is quick and efficient, typically taking around 20 to 30 minutes.
Once the shade is determined, we record all necessary details and provide a clear plan for the restoration. The process is comfortable and non-invasive, and the results are immediately available for reference when creating the final crown, bridge, or other restoration.
Can patients be involved in the shade taking process?
Yes, we encourage patients to be involved in the shade taking process. We can also show them which stage their restoration is at when they come to the lab, if they are interested and have the time.
Patient involvement helps build confidence in the treatment process and reduces the likelihood of dissatisfaction with the final result. By allowing patients to be part of the decision-making, we ensure the restoration meets their expectations and blends naturally with their smile.
What happens after the shade is taken?
Once we have taken the shade, we will use this information to create a restoration that perfectly matches the patient’s natural teeth. Ideally, we would like to be able to bring the patient back in to check the shade. If this isn’t possible, the dentist can check the shade in the clinic.
Our skilled technicians carefully craft the crown, bridge, or other restoration using high-quality materials to ensure both durability and aesthetic appeal.
When we are happy with the result, our admin team will call the patient back for a shade check; we advise that they may need to sit with a ceramist for a short while if there are any adjustments to be made. This is very rare, but we like to prepare the patient so they can allocate enough time from their day to come and get this done.
Where is GoDigital Dental located?
GoDigital Dental is conveniently located in Nottingham, making it easy to visit for shade taking appointments. For those coming by car, we are easily accessible from M1 junction 26, which is 4 minute drive away, and we have free parking available. For those using public transport, we are a very short walk away from Phoenix Park tram stop. Our location ensures that both local and visiting dental professionals and their patients can reach us without hassle.
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GoDigital Dental | Dental Lab
6 Millennium Way West
Nottingham
NG8 6AS