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Review
. 2016 Aug 11;8(8):e733.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.733.

A Review Of Oculoplastic Photography: A Guide For Clinician Photographers

Chin T Ong  1 , Jun Fai Yap  2 , Yong Zheng Wai  2 , Qi Xiong Ng  2
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A Review Of Oculoplastic Photography: A Guide For Clinician Photographers

Chin T Ong et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Clinical photography in the field of oculoplastic surgery has many applications. It is possible for clinicians to obtain standardized clinical photographs without a studio. A clinician photographer has the advantage of knowing exactly what to photograph as well as having immediate access to the images. In order to maintain standardization in the photographs, the photographic settings should remain constant. This article covers essential photographic equipment, camera settings, patient pose, and digital asset management.

Keywords: clinical photography; oculoplastic surgery; standardization.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.

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Figure 1. Recommended Focal Length
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Figure 2. Standard Eyelid at 1:4
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Figure 3. Superior and Inferior at 1:4
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Figure 4. Full Face Views at 1:8
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