Digital Smile Analysis Using Photoshop
Digital Smile Analysis Using Photoshop DVD VIDEO INSTRUCTIONAL dental care tools
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Edward A. McLaren, DDS, MDC
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DIGITAL SMILE ANALYSIS USING PHOTOSHOP
This DVD will cover:
Photography and necessary images for Photoshop Smile Design:
Understanding the fundamental principles of dental photography is crucial for effective smile design. This section will guide you on the types of images required, including frontal views, profile shots, and close-ups of the teeth. Additionally, tips on lighting, background setup, and achieving the best angles will be provided to ensure optimal image quality for editing.
Setting up Photoshop interface on your computer:
Learn how to customize the Photoshop workspace to enhance your workflow. This includes arranging panels, adjusting toolbars, and optimizing settings specific to dental analysis. Familiarity with shortcuts and preferences will streamline your design process, making it more efficient.
Opening images into and using Camera Raw:
Discover how to import images into Photoshop using Camera Raw, which allows for extensive editing before entering the main Photoshop interface. You will explore tools for adjusting exposure, contrast, clarity, and color balance, ensuring your images are primed for detailed smile design work.
How to make selections and how to use a mask:
This section delves into the importance of making precise selections in Photoshop. You will learn various selection tools and techniques, including the Magic Wand, Lasso tool, and Quick Selection tool. Additionally, you'll understand the function and advantages of using masks for non-destructive editing, allowing for flexible adjustments without harming the original image.
How to create and work with layers:
Layers are a core component of Photoshop workflow. You will explore how to create, delete, and organize layers, as well as learn how to utilize layer styles and blending modes to achieve the desired effects in your smile designs. Understanding layer management will empower you to work more creatively and maintain clarity in your projects.
How to use the Liquefy filter to do simple smile alterations:
The Liquefy filter is a powerful tool for making subtle alterations to smiles. You will learn how to access the filter, adjust the size and distortion of specific facial features, and maintain a natural appearance in your edits. This will allow for effective reshaping of teeth and lips to enhance symmetry and aesthetics.
How to do digital bleaching:
This section covers the technique of digital teeth whitening, demonstrating how to effectively lighten the color of teeth while preserving texture and detail. Techniques such as selective color adjustments and layer masking will be highlighted to achieve a natural finish.
How to use the various transform functions in Photoshop to create custom shapes:
Learn how to utilize transformation options to resize, rotate, skew, and warp images or shapes in Photoshop. This flexibility enables you to customize elements of your design, allowing for precise adaptations to match patient specifications.
How to make and use 'Library' teeth to do a Quick Photoshop smile design:
Enhance your workflow by creating a 'Library' of pre-designed teeth that can be easily inserted into different projects. This functionality allows for rapid smile design iterations, as you can quickly replace or reposition teeth within your compositions.
How to fix Rotations in images, objects, and layers:
Mastering how to properly rotate images, shapes, and text is essential for accurate design. You will learn both manual rotation methods and how to input specific angles for precision.
How to align and size incorrectly composed images:
Learn alignment techniques to ensure your images are properly positioned and scaled relative to one another. This includes using guides, grids, and the alignment tools to maintain a professional look in your smile design.
How to measure in Photoshop and create a digital to analog (real world) conversion:
Understanding the measurement tools in Photoshop allows you to translate digital designs into real-world proportions. This section will cover how to establish a scale and ensure that your designs translate accurately into dental applications.
How to create 'grids' to measure tooth proportions:
Establishing grids is vital for maintaining proper proportions in smile design. You will learn how to create custom grids that aid in measuring tooth widths, heights, and spaces, ensuring a balanced and harmonious smile.
How to create 'grids' the shade of real teeth and use in a smile design:
This section focuses on color theory and how to create grids that replicate the natural shades of teeth. You’ll learn how to use the color picker and swatches to ensure your designs accurately reflect realistic dental aesthetics.
How to use all these digital tools to create a 'Full PSD' smile design:
Bringing together all the skills acquired, this section will guide you through creating a comprehensive smile design in a full Photoshop document. You will learn best practices for layering, organization, and exporting your designs for presentation.
How to present to the Patient using Photoshop:
Effective presentation techniques are essential for communicating your designs to patients. This part of the DVD will showcase how to prepare and export your designs for client meetings, including tips on projecting and discussing your work to ensure patient understanding and buy-in.
Also included with the DVD are templates of teeth and tracings you can immediately use.
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
This DVD will cover:
Photography and necessary images for Photoshop Smile Design:
Understanding the fundamental principles of dental photography is crucial for effective smile design. This section will guide you on the types of images required, including frontal views, profile shots, and close-ups of the teeth. Additionally, tips on lighting, background setup, and achieving the best angles will be provided to ensure optimal image quality for editing.
Setting up Photoshop interface on your computer:
Learn how to customize the Photoshop workspace to enhance your workflow. This includes arranging panels, adjusting toolbars, and optimizing settings specific to dental analysis. Familiarity with shortcuts and preferences will streamline your design process, making it more efficient.
Opening images into and using Camera Raw:
Discover how to import images into Photoshop using Camera Raw, which allows for extensive editing before entering the main Photoshop interface. You will explore tools for adjusting exposure, contrast, clarity, and color balance, ensuring your images are primed for detailed smile design work.
How to make selections and how to use a mask:
This section delves into the importance of making precise selections in Photoshop. You will learn various selection tools and techniques, including the Magic Wand, Lasso tool, and Quick Selection tool. Additionally, you'll understand the function and advantages of using masks for non-destructive editing, allowing for flexible adjustments without harming the original image.
How to create and work with layers:
Layers are a core component of Photoshop workflow. You will explore how to create, delete, and organize layers, as well as learn how to utilize layer styles and blending modes to achieve the desired effects in your smile designs. Understanding layer management will empower you to work more creatively and maintain clarity in your projects.
How to use the Liquefy filter to do simple smile alterations:
The Liquefy filter is a powerful tool for making subtle alterations to smiles. You will learn how to access the filter, adjust the size and distortion of specific facial features, and maintain a natural appearance in your edits. This will allow for effective reshaping of teeth and lips to enhance symmetry and aesthetics.
How to do digital bleaching:
This section covers the technique of digital teeth whitening, demonstrating how to effectively lighten the color of teeth while preserving texture and detail. Techniques such as selective color adjustments and layer masking will be highlighted to achieve a natural finish.
How to use the various transform functions in Photoshop to create custom shapes:
Learn how to utilize transformation options to resize, rotate, skew, and warp images or shapes in Photoshop. This flexibility enables you to customize elements of your design, allowing for precise adaptations to match patient specifications.
How to make and use 'Library' teeth to do a Quick Photoshop smile design:
Enhance your workflow by creating a 'Library' of pre-designed teeth that can be easily inserted into different projects. This functionality allows for rapid smile design iterations, as you can quickly replace or reposition teeth within your compositions.
How to fix Rotations in images, objects, and layers:
Mastering how to properly rotate images, shapes, and text is essential for accurate design. You will learn both manual rotation methods and how to input specific angles for precision.
How to align and size incorrectly composed images:
Learn alignment techniques to ensure your images are properly positioned and scaled relative to one another. This includes using guides, grids, and the alignment tools to maintain a professional look in your smile design.
How to measure in Photoshop and create a digital to analog (real world) conversion:
Understanding the measurement tools in Photoshop allows you to translate digital designs into real-world proportions. This section will cover how to establish a scale and ensure that your designs translate accurately into dental applications.
How to create 'grids' to measure tooth proportions:
Establishing grids is vital for maintaining proper proportions in smile design. You will learn how to create custom grids that aid in measuring tooth widths, heights, and spaces, ensuring a balanced and harmonious smile.
How to create 'grids' the shade of real teeth and use in a smile design:
This section focuses on color theory and how to create grids that replicate the natural shades of teeth. You’ll learn how to use the color picker and swatches to ensure your designs accurately reflect realistic dental aesthetics.
How to use all these digital tools to create a 'Full PSD' smile design:
Bringing together all the skills acquired, this section will guide you through creating a comprehensive smile design in a full Photoshop document. You will learn best practices for layering, organization, and exporting your designs for presentation.
How to present to the Patient using Photoshop:
Effective presentation techniques are essential for communicating your designs to patients. This part of the DVD will showcase how to prepare and export your designs for client meetings, including tips on projecting and discussing your work to ensure patient understanding and buy-in.
Also included with the DVD are templates of teeth and tracings you can immediately use.
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
WHAT YOU GET:
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COMPATIBILITY:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
