Single central matching in esthetic dentistry remains a challenging procedure despite advancements in dental materials. Facial cut-back and layering techniques can help achieve a natural-looking match, but traditional external stain techniques with zirconia have limitations in creating translucency and characterization. Proper characterization of zirconia, such as green stage coloring or internal staining technique, can overcome these limitations. Furthermore, the advent of digital dentistry and eLab software has revolutionized the workflow of achieving a seamless match. This article discusses the benefits of proper characterization of zirconia and the integration of eLab software in achieving a natural-looking single central match.
