Virtual Consultations

How Do Virtual Consultations Work?

Consultations used to be done in the clinic. Virtual consultations are very convenient and straightforward. But how does PacificWest Dental make sure a virtual consultation is effective and accurate?  

It’s really simple and can be done in three simple steps: 

Basic Medical Information

You will fill out a simple questionnaire on basic medical and dental history. The information helps us design a safe and proper treatment for you. 

Photos of Your Smile

We need a few photos of your teeth. You can do it yourself or enlist the help of a friend or family member. It is very easy and can be done with any camera. Takes less than 5 minutes. 

Speak With Our Specialist

Our specialist reviews your information and photos to make a recommendation. Then you can ask any questions over a video call with your orthodontic specialist. 

What Photos Do You Need?

It’s a few easy photos of what we need. Any smartphone camera will work. No need for a high-end smartphone, filters, or photoshop! See a demo video on how it’s done! 

How to Take Photos With the Help of a Friend? (5 Minutes) 

How to DIY – Take Photos By Yourself? (5 Minutes)

VIEW #1 

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With no flash, take a front portrait picture centering on the space between your eyes. Smile but with the teeth biting together. 

VIEW #2 

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With no flash, take a side portrait centering on the ear with chin parallel to the floor. 

VIEW #3 

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Take a picture of the teeth smiling with the teeth open. (Try to retract your lips as much as possible so it shows the whole teeth including gum.) 

VIEW #4 

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Using spoons and Flash, take a picture of the teeth bite together (show as much teeth as possible).

VIEW #5 

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Using one Spoon and Flash, take a picture from the side. Try to angle the camera as far back towards molars so that it is taking the picture as straight on at the molars as possible. A common mistake is to take the picture from too far forward towards the front teeth. 

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Using one Spoon and Flash, take a picture from the other side. Try to angle the camera as far back towards molars so that it is taking the picture as straight on at the molars as possible. A common mistake is to take the picture from too far.

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With no Spoons but WITH Flash, standing near a wall, put your head as far back against the wall as possible and take a picture of the top arch.

VIEW #8 

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With No Spoons but WITH Flash, standing/sitting normally, take a picture from above of the lower arch.

It’s Just That Simple!

Virtual consultation is a fast a simple way to get started with the PacificWest Dental program. Contact us today to book a virtual consultation!