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Review
. 2024 May;27(5):449-457.
doi: 10.4103/JCDE.JCDE_12_24. Epub 2024 May 10.

Capturing the art and science of dentistry in a lens: Digital dental photography

Anubha Singh  1 , Ashwini B Prasad  1 , Deepak Raisingani  1 , Harshit Srivastava  1 , Vaishali Moryani  1
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Review

Capturing the art and science of dentistry in a lens: Digital dental photography

Anubha Singh et al. J Conserv Dent Endod. 2024 May.

Abstract

Dental photography is now an excellent tool that plays a crucial role in dentistry as it helps in documenting and analyzing the oral conditions of patients. Photography provides a visual representation of the teeth, gums, and other oral structures, which aids in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring the progress of treatment. Therefore, it is essential for dental professionals to understand the importance of dental photography and incorporate photography it into regular practice. The purpose of this paper is to provide emphasis and elucidate the path of dental photography easier for dental student and practitioner.

Keywords: Dental; esthetic; extraoral; intraoral; photography.

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Figures

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Parts of DSLR camera
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Different types of flashes
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Light Diffusers
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Reflector
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Tripod stand
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Intraoral retractors
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Intraoral mirror
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Black contraster with silicone rubber surface
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Positioning of the anterior contraster for shooting upper front teeth. The axis of the lens is perpendicular to the front teeth
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Positioning of the buccal mirror and retractor for a lateral/buccal view
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Positioning the occlusal mirror for an upper occlusal arch photo. The camera axis is at a 45° angle to the surface of the mirror
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Shutter speed
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Aperture
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International standards organization speed
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Relation of aperture with depth of field
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Setting of camera
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Placement of camera 20 cm at the level of radiograph or viwer box, so as to enable shooting perpendicular to radiograph
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Captured image of OPG (orthopantogram) digital single lens reflex camera
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Digital white black neutral gray color calibration card
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Shade selection using neutral gray card
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