Utilizing Intraoral Photography in your Office

Taking intraoral photographs is easy. Dr.Robert Horowitz is a periodontist with a special interest in intraoral photography. He has lectured across the U.S. on this and related subjects. He maintains a private practice specializing in periodontics and implant dentistry with offices in Scarsdale, New York and New York City. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Implant Dentistry at New York University. Dr. Horowitz has offered to provide our subscribers with pearls on intraoral photography. This will be the first article in a series that will cover both camera equipment and software utilized to enhance patient education and presentations.

Osseonews (ON): Dr. Horowitz what kinds of cameras would you recommend to the novice just getting strated with intraoral photography?

Dr. Horowitz: One excellent camera for the beginner is the Canon G5. This is an all-in-one type camera. It is very easy to learn and even an auxiliary can be trained to use it. To get closer than full-face images, Canon makes a conversion lens adapter and a closeup lens. When you need close-up images, the assembly fits on the front of the camera over the existing lens.

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September 27, 2005 in Dental Implant Interviews, Digital Dentistry | Permalink | Comments (0)