Lighting
The exact same tooth under the operatory lamp, near the window, and under ceiling lights can look different. Color is reflected light; change the source and you change what the eye sees.
Digital Dental Shade Guide · VITA Classical & 3D-Master
Same tooth. Three dentists. Three different shades.
The Dentiphoto E220 reads VITA Classical and 3D-Master shades in 1 second — under its own light source. Operatory lighting, eye fatigue, and every doctor's “personal A2” no longer dictate which shade goes to the lab.
- VITA Classical A1–D4 and 3D-Master — both results on one screen
- Result in 1 second with a deviation indicator
- CE certified · 1-year warranty · 30-day money-back guarantee
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The familiar story
The crown fit perfectly. The shade didn't.
The marginal fit is flawless. The contacts are spot on. Occlusion is fine. You are happy with the work — but the patient looks in the mirror and stays silent. Because the crown is half a shade darker than the adjacent tooth.
Then comes the familiar routine: a call to the lab, a remake, a return visit, a second seating. And a conversation with a person who has already paid $1,000+ and waited for two weeks.
The frustrating part is that it is not a manual error. You control the fit. You do not control the color. Shade matching by eye depends on variables you cannot control: the overhead lamp, the window, the time of day, and how many patients you have already seen.
Confirm the shade before the case leaves your chair. VITA Classical + 3D-Master · 1-second reading
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Why visual shade matching drifts
Three things that change the shade — and you control none of them.
Eyes
The human eye adapts. After repeated comparisons, shades start to blend. By the end of the day, the same tooth can look different than it did in the morning.
Lab transmission
A smartphone photo adds white balance, flash, and screen interpretation. “A2” on the prescription can become something between A2 and A3 by the time it reaches the technician.
It is not a skill problem. It is a lighting-and-eyes problem.
The cost of one error
One remake costs more than this device.
The lab bill for a remake is $150–400. Add a 30–60 minute return visit, removal, re-seating, materials, and the one cost that does not fit neatly on an invoice: the patient's trust.
The device costs $399.
One prevented remake, and it can pay for itself. A second one, and the economics are already working in your favor.
$150–400Typical lab remake bill
30–60 minChair time tied up again
$399One-time E220 price
Estimated annual remake cost You are losing $900 a year. The E220 costs $399 — just once.
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What the Dentiphoto E220 does
Spectrophotometer accuracy — $399, not $3,000.
The E220 does not just “look” at the tooth — it measures it. A built-in light source and sensor read the reflected spectrum, so the measurement does not depend on your operatory lighting.
In one second, the screen displays the closest VITA 3D-Master shade and VITA Classical shade. A green indicator means a clean match. An orange indicator shows a deviation and the second closest shade, giving the lab clearer direction than “roughly A2.”
No app, Bluetooth, or phone is required. The result is right on the screen in your hand.
Deviation indicatorNearest shade plus direction when the tooth sits between tabs.
Two VITA systemsClassical and 3D-Master displayed from the same measurement.
Built-in light sourceMeasurement is independent of room and operatory light.
Professional supportCE certified · 1-year Dentiphoto warranty.
Three-step workflow
Three steps. One second. Your assistant will master it on day one.
01
Prepare
Remove the protective cap and wipe the tip with a 75% alcohol wipe. No autoclave is needed.
02
Place
Rest the tip flat against the middle third of the buccal surface, perpendicular and slightly away from the gingival margin. Apply light pressure.
03
Read
One second later, read both VITA values and the deviation directly from the screen. Put the exact number on the lab prescription.
For layered shading, measure each zone separately. Always measure on the patient's natural tooth — never on the shade-guide tabs.
One-button workflow. No app. No Bluetooth.Measure the tooth and write the number down.
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A second opinion for your eyes
It is not a replacement for your eyes. It is a second opinion for them.
You have been matching shades by eye for years — and most of the time, you get it right. The device is not meant to replace that skill, but to confirm your choice before the crown goes to the lab, not after it comes back wrong.
You look, the device measures. If they match, you send the case with confidence. If they differ, you have a reason to take another look and the lab gets a definitive number instead of a guess.
Repeatability
Five measurements. One result.
The practical test for any digital device is repeatability. Apply the E220 to the same tooth five times in a row and the point is simple: the reading should not drift with fatigue, room light, or who is holding the device.
Read 1A22M2
Read 2A22M2
Read 3A22M2
Read 4A22M2
Read 5A22M2
The price comparison
Same task. Same VITA. Different price tag.
| Feature | Visual matching with a guide | Premium digital devices | Dentiphoto E220 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $59–89 per guide | From $3,000 | $399 |
| Time to match shade | Several minutes of comparing under different lights | ~1 second | ~1 second |
| Dependence on operatory light | Complete | None — own light source | None — own light source |
| Repeatability | Depends on doctor, light, and time of day | High | High — repeat readings without visual fatigue |
| VITA Classical + 3D-Master | Two separate guides | Yes | Yes, on one screen |
| What is needed to work | Daylight and a trained eye | Device, often software/app | Just the device. No app needed. |
| What you send to the lab | “Roughly A2” | A precise number | A precise number + deviation |
| Risk-free trial | — | Usually no | 30 days, money-back guarantee |
The E220 is $399. The comparison starts there.VITA Classical + 3D-Master in one handheld device.
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Who it is for
Who saves the most with the E220.
General Dentist & Prosthodontist
Every crown, veneer, or inlay means sending a shade to the lab. A hard number on the prescription replaces “roughly A2” with something the technician can actually use.
Aesthetic Dentist
The anterior zone is the least forgiving. The deviation indicator helps you and the technician discuss direction instead of guessing together.
Multi-Doctor Clinic
The assistant, junior doctor, and senior doctor can work from the same objective reading. For 2+ devices, contact Dentiphoto for a custom offer.
Why dentists choose the E220
Built around the things that matter in a real clinic.
400+Dentists ordered the E220 in the last two months
CECertified for professional dental use
1 yearDentiphoto warranty handled directly by us
30 daysMoney-back period to test it in your own workflow
30-day test drive
You are not buying it blind. You are trialing it for 30 days.
Put the E220 next to your chair and use it on restorative cases for a month. If it does not fit your workflow, send it back within the return period for a refund.
Your downside is limited. On the other side of the scale is the cost of the next shade-related remake.
30D30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
1Y1-Year Dentiphoto Warranty
CECE-Certified Medical Device
FREETracked & Insured Shipping
Ships from warehouses in the US, Europe, and Australia · 7–14 business days · support responds within 24 hours
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Questions dentists ask before ordering.
How does the E220 differ from $3,000 digital devices?
The core task is the same: measure the tooth shade with a spectrophotometer and display the closest match in VITA Classical and 3D-Master. The E220 does it in about one second under its own light source and without an app. The difference is the price tag and the 30-day period to test it on your own patients.
What shade guides does it work with?
VITA Classical A1–D4 and VITA 3D-Master. Both results are displayed simultaneously on one screen.
How accurate is it?
It uses spectrophotometer technology with its own light source, so the measurement is designed to stay independent of overhead lamps, windows, and time of day. The screen shows the closest shade and a deviation indication.
Does it require calibration or an app?
No app, Bluetooth, or phone is required. Turn the device on, place it against the tooth, and read the result on the screen.
Can I test the device on VITA shade tabs?
The device is intended to measure the patient's natural tooth. Shade tabs have different reflection and internal structure, so measure the tooth first and then verify visually with the corresponding tab.
How do I clean it between patients?
Wipe the tip with a 75% medical alcohol wipe before and after each patient. Place the protective cap back on after the session.
What is the battery life and format?
The E220 uses a built-in 3.7 V / 1500 mAh rechargeable battery and comes with a charging base. It is cordless and weighs about 112 g.
Where do you ship from and how long does it take?
Orders ship from warehouses in the US, Europe, and Australia. Delivery is typically 7–14 business days, with tracking and insurance included.
What if it does not work for me?
You have 30 days from delivery to return it for a refund. Contact support@dentiphoto.com and the Dentiphoto team will guide you through the process.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. The device comes with a 1-year manufacturer's warranty, with support handled directly through Dentiphoto.
Dentiphoto E220 · Digital Dental Shade Guide
Confirm the shade before it goes to the lab — not after it comes back wrong.
See the device — $399
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