Teledentistry COVID-19 Archive | Page 12

Tips for the patient to set up their computer or phone

• If the patient is using a computer

• Have a light source behind the camera

• As an alternative , make sure the monitor is as bright as possible

• Bring the camera as close to the edge of the table / desk as possible ( this makes it easier to get closer to the camera if needed )

• Provide plenty of details to the patient so you can do your job as best as you can

• If the patient is using a cell phone

• Have a lightsource behind the phone

• Set the camera so it is propped up ( for example , against a book ), horizontal , and set close to the edge of the table

• Make sure the camera is in “ selfie ” mode • If the patient is going to take photos , in addition to “ a ”, “ b ”, and “ c ”, be sure to :

• turn the flash on • turn on the timer ( recommend 3-10 seconds )