Abstract
To assess tooth shade matching practices among Nigerian Dentists. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The data was collected by paper questionnaire mailed at random to dentists in some Nigerian Teaching Hospitals and General Hospitals. The questionnaires comprised of two aspects that inquired about their biographical data and basic methods of shade selection. About 95% of the questionnaires were retrieved and analyzed. RESULTS: 160 (83, males; 77 females) dentists participated in the study. 71% performed tooth shade matching often, with restorative dentists (100%) mostly involved than other specialists. 67% agreed that shade matching should be done in consultation with others. However, only 40.6% actually consults others during shade selection. Also, 85% of the dentists responded correctly that shade matching should be done under natural lights. However in their clinical practice, majority (97%) selected their teeth under dental lights. CONCLUSION: The study revealed that majority of the dentists practicing in the Nigerian Teaching and State Dental Hospitals are involved in shade matching practices. Majority of the dentists performed tooth matching procedure without concurrence from others and under dental light source. However few dentists reported complaints from their patients. Emphasizing color science in dental curriculum and teaching new shade matching systems could be essential for improved restorative outcomes
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