23 Questions
What revolutionized dental photography by allowing patients to see what dentists see and understand the importance of treatment?
The invention of a circular flash in 1952
What played a key role in the growth of cosmetic dentistry?
Improvement of computers enabling import of images to cosmetic imaging programs
What addressed the need for immediate photographic results in dental practices?
Development of instant film cameras in the 70s
What enabled real-time visualization inside the patient's mouth, aiding in treatment discussions and planning?
Evolution of intraoral video cameras in the 80s
What became a teaching tool, leading to developments in photographic documentation used in presentations?
Dental photography
Who was a pioneer in the field of photography?
Alexander Wolcott
When did the first dental school open?
1840
Who used before and after images of dental procedures for the first time?
W Elde of Columbus
In what year did W Elde and R Thompson use before and after images of dental procedures?
1948
What type of lighting is suitable for video but unsuitable for still photography?
Hot lights
What type of lateral flashes can be positioned behind the lens to circumvent harsh flash burst?
Mounted with a bracket
For dental photography, what type of flashes are recommended if creative lighting with light-modifying attachments is required?
Two or more >300 W/s flashes
What type of lighting is preferred for portraits in dental photography?
Studio flashes
What equipment is necessary for dental photography to simplify matters?
A tripod with a dolly (wheels), and a four-way focusing rail (stage) for fine focusing
What item is helpful for analyzing shade by eliminating specular reflections off the enamel surface in dental photography?
Polarising filter
What is considered obligatory before embarking on photographic documentation?
Patient consent
What is necessary for certain treatment modalities such as orthodontics and shade analysis for artificial restorations?
Patient consent
What method can be used to ensure anonymity in dental images?
Pixelating the eyes using image manipulation software
What should be done with the images after completing treatment if patient consent is not forthcoming?
Consent is still necessary with a proviso that the images will not be used for any purpose other than the treatment in question
What should be done with the images after completing treatment if patient consent is obtained?
Images can either be handed over to the patient for safekeeping or permanently destroyed or deleted
Where are various consent form templates available from?
Defence societies, dental academies, and organizations or publishers.
What is considered an essential diagnostic and communication tool for certain treatment modalities?
Dental photography.
How can anonymity be ensured in dental images?
Pixelating the eyes using image manipulation software.
Study Notes
Evolution of Dental Photography
- Documentation in dental photography is crucial for improved patient communication and education.
- Images aid in patient education about diagnosis and suggested therapy, increasing understanding and acceptance of procedures.
- Images enable consultation with experts and communication inside the laboratory, improving treatment planning and execution.
- Pre and post-operative images are effective motivators for patients and can be used for advertising and marketing by professionals.
- Visual representation of dental ideas and procedures is more effective than words or bullets, generating more attention and debate.
- Dental photography requires precision and meticulous attention, motivating dental professionals to enhance their work ethic and treatment philosophy.
- Over the last two decades, dental cameras have become a staple in almost every dental practice, revolutionizing patient-dentist communication.
- The invention of a circular flash in 1952 revolutionized dental photography, allowing patients to see what dentists see and understand the importance of treatment.
- Dental photography became a teaching tool, leading to developments in photographic documentation used in presentations.
- The development of instant film cameras in the 70s addressed the need for immediate photographic results in dental practices.
- Intraoral video cameras in the 80s allowed real-time visualization inside the patient's mouth, aiding in treatment discussions and planning.
- The improvement of computers enabled dentists to import images to cosmetic imaging programs, playing a key role in the growth of cosmetic dentistry.
Test your knowledge on the evolution of dental photography, from the invention of dental cameras to the impact of technology on patient-dentist communication and treatment planning.
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