Contemporary Dental Photography

Speciality Dentistry - General/other

Organizer Dr. Anfal Fraidoun / Dr. Amer AlAnezi

CME/CPD Provider Kuwait in Paediatric Dentistry - KIMS

Scheduled date(s):

From 29 November 2020 To 29 November 2020

Aims And Objectives

Aim of the Course: To provide hands-on training in the art of clinical dental photography to aid in clinical record-taking, and to ensure that quality diagnostic images are taken each time. Learning Objectives: • Understand the concept of "Photography" and demonstrate how to manipulate light to get a correct exposure • Use the manual mode, aperture priority and shutter speed priority • Demonstrate use of cheek retractors and mirrors in photography • Understand depth of field, and how to get sharp dental photographs • Use artificial lights to get consistent exposure every time • Understand how to import photos to computers and manage them.

Content Outline

This supplemental course will include a series of lectures and workshops. It will focus on the practical elements of setting up the camera, lens and flash to achieve consistent results. The resident will be shown - and allowed to practice - setting the camera, assistant and patient in an optimal position for a standardised series of views. In addition, it will provide an overall view of how to store, manage and edit photographs digitally. This course is not compulsory, but attendance is highly recommended.

Target Audience

Staff and Residents ( KBE and KBPD )