Engineering:Intraoral camera

Intraoral cameras (IOCs) are cameras used by dentists or doctors to show a patient the interior of their mouth, as an alternative to using a mirror. They were first introduced in 1989 and are now widely used in dental offices. IOCs allow the patient to see a clear picture of the inside of their mouth, aiding the dentist in consulting with them on various treatment options. Images can be saved to a patient's file for future reference.

Features

The wand form factor is the industry standard, lightweight, compact, and maneuverable in the patient's mouth.

Various design options are also available:

• Wireless or corded with PC-USB, VGA, RCA, or S-Video connectivity
• Lightweight (approx, .25 lb / 110g)
• LED lighting
• Fixed or variable focus mechanisms (Dial and Slide)
• Magnification up to 100X
• Angle of view 0˚ or 90˚
• 45˚ mirror attachment
• Periodontal pocket probe attachment with scale for measurement
• Attachment for single tooth closeups
• Fingertip image capture or foot switches
• SD card storage
• Specialized imaging software

See also

• Otoscope