​While there are countless types of dental photographs, repetition at these specific magnifications builds confidence and guarantees uniformity across your clinical images. My recommendation? Print out this 12-clinical-photo series and establish clear parameters with your team. This ensures that anyone taking the photos follows the same standardized approach.

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For example, if you prefer 1:10 headshots to be vertical, set clear guidelines:
 

• The photo should be vertical.

• There should be 1–2 inches above the patient’s head.

• The frame should extend to at least the clavicle bone.

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If you prefer horizontal headshots, make sure they’re not cutting off the forehead or chin. Similarly, for 1:2 smile shots, decide whether they should be captured from commissure to commissure with a neutral head position.

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By mastering these shots, you can develop a customized clinical photo series tailored to your practice and ensure your entire team is trained to capture photos with consistency and excellence.