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How to capture implant positions with PIC app

A step-by-step guide for capturing implant positions accurately with PIC app

There is a slight visual difference between the interface shown in the video tutorial and the current PIC app interface.

The tutorial was recorded using a pre-release beta version of the app. In the current public version, the measuring algorithm has improved which allowed to simplify some interface aspects while keeping the same capture technique.

 

 

Overview

PIC app allows you to complete a precise implants measurement using your iPhone. This process involves taking a series of photos from different angles and typically takes about 1–2 minutes to complete.

Preparation 

  • Use ambient lighting, e.g., from ceiling lights in the clinical room
  • Avoid harsh light sources such as the dental chair light
  • Position the patient at 45 degrees or upright with their head facing forward to reduce reflections from overhead lights
  • Always hold your iPhone with both hands for better stability

Requirements for successful capture

  • Each photo must show at least 3-4 PIC transfers fully.
  • All four white dots on each PIC transfer should be visible and sharp (in focus)
  • The capture can still complete even if some white dots are obstructed in a few photos. All white dost must be visible in most photos.

Capture process

Taking your first photo

  1. Position yourself directly in front of the patient to begin
  2. Center the PIC transfers inside the rectangle outline on your screen
  3. Tap on the Focus Assist icon to the right of the capture button. Find the correct distance by slowly moving your phone closer or farther until the round white dots on the PIC transfers appear sharp and clear.
  4. Include as many PIC transfers as possible in the frame. Avoid obstructions that hide some of the white dots: they must all be visible in the majority of photos.
  5. Hold the iPhone firmly to prevent shake, then take the photo

Continuing the capture

  1. After each photo, change your position by moving left, right, up, or down as much as possible.
  2. Frame the PIC transfers again and check your focus again
  3. Take another photo
  4. Continue this process, taking photos from different perspectives every few seconds. It is recommended to include the following angles:
    • Front angle views
    • Left and right side angles (the farthest possible angulation, e.g. 30-45º degrees from center)
    • Elevated angles
    • Lowered angles

Note: Move as much as possible between photos while keeping PIC transfer dots visible.

More variation in angles (with a correct focus) will reduce your capture time much more than a larger number of photos taken with little variation between angles.

Monitoring progress

A progress circle appears in the top part of the screen. It will remain at 0% during the first few photos: this is normal. After several photos, the progress percentage will begin to increase for the first time.

Depending on your connection, there can be a 5-15 second delay between the last photo taken and the change in progress, because the measuring algorithm continues evaluating all the information received. After taking several photos it is recommended to wait for a few seconds until the progress changes.

Continue taking photos from different angles until progress reaches 100%.

A message will appear when your capture is complete.