"Dental Photography. Portfolio Guidelines"

This practical atlas by Krzysztof Chmielewski functions as a visual guide for using a camera in dental practice and achieving the essential photographic views. Individual views are detailed with recommended equipment setup, camera settings, necessary accessories, tips for the photographer, and instructions for the patient. The book is designed to function as a stand-up display, providing ease of use to the photographer when used chairside. Whether used as a refresher by an experienced dental photographer or as a guide for instructing staff members on dental photography protocols, this atlas is sure to become a mainstay in clinical practice. For more information visit Quintessence-Shop.

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Dr. Miguel A. Ortiz began working in the dental industry as a Dental Technician in 2002 after graduating from one of the only two year ADA accredited programs in California State. During the next 8 years he both worked and studied full time in Los Angeles, receiving a B.S. Biochemistry with Honors from California State University. He was recruited to Harvard School of Dental Medicine, where he won the Leo Talkoy Award for excellence in clinical dentistry and his Doctorate of Dental Medicine, (DMD). Dr. Ortiz went on to become a prosthodontist at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2017.

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"LIT: The Simple Protocol for Dental Photography in the Age of Social Media"

This book by Miguel A. Ortiz is geared toward practitioners who want to master dental photography and build their social media presence. Written for visual learners, this book breaks down the fundamentals of dental photography by outlining the key concepts, equipment, and lighting as well as by introducing "The Simple Protocol" – the basic day-to-day intraoral protocol that shows how easily clinical photography can be incorporated into the clinical workflow.

The author also explores advanced techniques and demonstrates how to achieve some of the most characteristic looks in artistic dental photography, including the glossy effect, chiaroscuro, chromaticity, and texture manipulation, as well as a simple setup for taking photographs in the dental laboratory. Finally, the author provides fresh insight into the ever-changing world of digital marketing and explains what you need to know to reach your market on social media. For more information visit Quintessence-Shop.

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"International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry" – Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Alessandro Devigus

Boasting an editorial board that unites the world's most talented master clinicians, the journal seeks to advance the state of the art in the practices of esthetic dentistry. Each issue features articles on the latest techniques, materials, and technology, allowing readers to obtain the knowledge and skills required to achieve the outstanding esthetic results that more and more patients are demanding. Photos of breathtaking quality grace the pages of this quarterly journal. For more information visit Quintessence-Shop.

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