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Mirror system for profile photography.

R H Brodbelt

    The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
    |November 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    A new portable mirror system allows dentists to capture standardized facial photographs from multiple angles in one shot. This innovation aids in consistent patient records for treatments altering facial form.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dentistry
    • Medical Imaging
    • Biotechnology

    Background:

    • Standardized photographic records are crucial for treatment planning and outcome assessment in dentistry.
    • Current methods for capturing facial profiles and anterior views can be time-consuming and lack reproducibility.
    • Accurate facial measurements are essential for procedures involving significant changes to facial form.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a novel portable and collapsible mirror system for dental photography.
    • To enable simultaneous recording of lateral profiles and anterior facial views in a single, standardized photograph.
    • To facilitate routine record-keeping and measurements for dental treatments impacting facial aesthetics.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a portable and collapsible mirror apparatus.
    • Testing the system's ability to capture both lateral and anterior facial views simultaneously.
    • Validation of the standardization and reproducibility of the photographic method.

    Main Results:

    • The described mirror system successfully captures both lateral profiles and anterior facial views.
    • The system provides standardized and reproducible photographic records in a single shot.
    • The method is suitable for routine use in various dental disciplines.

    Conclusions:

    • The portable mirror system offers a practical solution for standardized facial photography in dentistry.
    • This tool enhances the ability to make accurate records and measurements for treatments altering facial form.
    • Routine implementation can improve treatment planning and outcome evaluation in cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry.

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