- Take the picture in portrait rather than landscape (the picture should be taller than it is wide).
- Set your zoom (if your camera has one) to maximum telephoto. It should not be done in macro mode.
- Frame the picture by moving the camera closer or further away. Do not use the zoom to frame the subject.
- Take several photos. Try to capture a natural, unforced smile. Don’t force more teeth into a smile than what is normal for a patient. Remember, you want the patient to look at him or herself and even show the photo to others.
- Typically, the flash on your camera works well for these portraits. In some cases, you may need side lighting to illuminate the face more evenly.
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