CompoShade vs DSDonline

Composite layering recipes are guidelines used in dental restoration procedures, specifically for creating aesthetic composite restorations. These recipes provide step-by-step instructions on how to layer different types of composite materials to achieve a desired color and translucency that closely mimics natural teeth. CompoShade provides composite layering recipes, offering a valuable starting point for dental professionals. However, it is ultimately up to these experts to assess and determine whether these recipes are suitable and effective for each specific application and patient case. Their professional judgment is essential in adapting and fine-tuning these recipes to meet the unique requirements of each dental restoration. CompoShade is designed EXCLUSIVELY for use with Micerium Enamel Plus HRi and Enamel Plus Biofunction composites using Optishade Styleitaliano dental color measurements. Please note that Optishade Styleitaliano is the only dental colorimeter compatible with this application. With support for various layering strategies, ranging from 1 to 4 shades or optimized layering techniques, CompoShade offers multiple recipe options. Each recipe is rated for color accuracy, providing invaluable insights into the likelihood of successfully replicating the desired shade. CompoShade shows also the unsuitability of the composite materials for achieving the target colors. This preemptive feedback enables practitioners to make informed decisions and optimize outcomes before commencing the restoration process. The OptiShade device must be equipped with the Composite Upgrade Pack and the user needs additional training. For precise workflow and information, please refer to the StyleItaliano website.

Where dentists learn, apply, and lead with Digital Smile Design. DSD Online is the member platform of Digital Smile Design: a structured place where dentists advance together through guided learning, discussion and a community that holds a higher standard. Not more content to consume alone, but clear stages of progress and real feedback. LEARN Courses, masterclasses, series and lessons on Digital Smile Design principles, protocols, workflows and modern clinical strategy, organised to support the decisions you make at the chair. Pick up any lesson where you left off, on any device. Transcripts, resources and your own notes sit alongside the lessons. ASK THE DSD PROFESSOR An assistant grounded in the DSD lessons and resources that answers your questions with citations back to the source. Ask about a protocol, a case type or a workflow and get a grounded answer, not a guess. APPLY A discussion channel for every course and questions under each lesson, answered by the speakers and the community. COMMUNITY Channels for cases, questions, announcements and networking. Post photos, react, reply and send direct messages to members around the world. Highlights surface what matters this week. EVENTS The DSD calendar of live and in-person events, with reminders and replays, in one view. PROGRESS Points and levels for lessons and courses completed, posts, comments, events attended and quizzes passed, a leaderboard, and CE credits with a transcript and certificates. DSD Online is for dentists at every stage, from first contact with Digital Smile Design to leading complex interdisciplinary cases. Sign in with your DSD Online account to get started.