How I Do It: Techniques for Consistent Before and After Photographs

March 2014 in “ Hair transplant forum international ”

Timothy Carman, Steven Gabel

hair transplant surgery before and after photographs patient positioning

TLDR Dr. Steve Gabel developed a method for consistent before and after photos in hair transplant surgery using specific camera settings and patient positioning.

In 2014, Dr. Steve Gabel presented his technique for standardizing before and after photographs in hair transplant surgery. The method aimed to ensure consistent, high-quality images that accurately represented treatment outcomes. Key elements included a dedicated photography room with a Nikon D300 digital SLR camera, two fluorescent Bowens Tri-Lite lamps, and a medium blue background. The camera settings were manually adjusted based on factors like distance, light intensity, and desired look. To standardize patient positioning, the doctor used round object markers attached to the camera tripod and lights, which the patients were instructed to look at. The standard views photographed included direct, 45°, 90°, and 180° angles, with additional shots taken if necessary. This method allowed for accurate representation and measurement of the patient's progress and results.

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