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Technique for Orthodontic Clinical Photographs Using a Smartphone
Al Imran Shahrul1,2, Nabilla Shukor2, Noraina Hafizan Norman2
1Centre for Family Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur 50300, Malaysia.
International Journal of Dentistry
|February 1, 2022
Summary
High-quality orthodontic clinical photos are now possible with smartphones. This article details the technique for capturing these essential images using mobile devices.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Smartphone camera technology has significantly advanced.
- High-quality clinical photography is crucial in orthodontics.
- Existing methods may be less accessible or portable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a technique for capturing orthodontic clinical photographs using a smartphone.
- To enable orthodontists to utilize readily available technology for documentation.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a modern smartphone camera.
- Employing specific techniques for framing, lighting, and focus.
- Standardizing image capture for diagnostic purposes.
Main Results:
- Demonstration of a reproducible technique for smartphone orthodontic photography.
- Achieving high-quality clinical images suitable for orthodontic assessment.
- Validation of smartphone utility in orthodontic documentation.
Conclusions:
- Smartphones offer a viable and accessible tool for orthodontic clinical photography.
- The described technique facilitates high-quality image capture for orthodontic practice.
- Mobile technology integration enhances orthodontic documentation efficiency.
