Laboratory communication for esthetic success

There is no single or simple answer for effective communication between laboratory technician and clinical dentist. Doing the lab work oneself or having an in-house technician may be a distinct advantage to some albeit labor- and perhaps cost-intensive. If the goal of the practicing dentist is to aspire to excellence, it is incumbent upon him or her to produce restorations that fit the teeth well, are shaded correctly and, when indicated, are the same color as the surrounding teeth. Effective communication with the laboratory is critical if any degree of success is desired.