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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

 

 

Overview

The 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
  • All four white dots should be visible and sharp (in focus)
  • The capture can still complete even if some white dots are obstructed in a few 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 and use the slider to zoom in or out. 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. Tap again on Focus Assist to disable it.
  4. Include as many PIC transfers as possible in the frame
  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
  2. Frame the PIC transfers again and check your focus with the Focus Assist 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 (approximately 30 degrees from center)
    • Slightly elevated angles
    • Slightly lowered angles

Note: More variation in angles will reduce your capture time.

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

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

A message will appear when your capture is complete