Send a Photo to a Dentist and Get Answers Online

Take a clear photo of your tooth, gums or mouth with your phone. Get instant AI guidance, or have a licensed dentist review it and send you a written plan.

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Photo Consultation

Why choose Dentulu photo consultation?

Dentulu's photo consultation makes dental care faster, easier, and more accessible than ever. Simply upload a photo of your concern and choose between instant AI-powered insights or a licensed dentist's review right from your phone.

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Fast & Convenient
Fast & Convenient

Upload a photo anytime, no scheduling required.

Flexible Options
Flexible Options

Get quick AI feedback or a detailed dentist opinion.

Actionable Results
Actionable Results

Receive home-care advice, treatment recommendations, or prescriptions.

Private & Secure
Private & Secure

HIPAA-compliant platform with full data encryption.

Trusted Nationwide
Trusted Nationwide

Dentulu has successfully powered over 50,000 virtual visits from 2019.

How Does an Online Dental Photo Consultation Work - Get Dental Guidance in 3 Simple Steps

Getting dental advice is as simple as taking a photo. With Dentulu, you can upload an image of your concern, choose between instant AI analysis or a licensed dentist's review, and receive clear next steps all without leaving home.

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Upload Your Photo
Step 1
Upload Your Photo

Take a clear picture of your teeth, gums, or concern.

Choose AI or Dentist
Step 2
Choose AI or Dentist

Get instant AI analysis or request a dentist's review.

Get your answer
Step 3
Get your answer

You receive guidance or a dentist's written plan, plus a prescription or in-person referral if you need one.

Choose your photo consultation path

Dentulu gives you the flexibility to decide how you want your photo reviewed. Choose instant AI-powered insights for quick answers or get a detailed evaluation from a licensed dentist, both designed to give you clarity and confidence in your next steps.

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AI Photo Consultation
AI photo check
  • Response Time: Within Minutes
  • Who Review It: Dentulu AI
  • What You Get: Likely Causes and Suggested Next Steps
  • Upgrade Path: Upgrade to a Dentist Review
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Pay $20

Per photo analysis
Dentist Review
Dentist photo review
  • Response Time: Within 24 Hours
  • Who Reviews It: A Licensed Dentist
  • What You Get: Written Assessment, Treatment Options,Prescription When Clinically Appropriate
  • Upgrade Path: Upgrade To a Live Video Visit
Get a dentist review

Pay $55

Per consultation

AI guidance is educational and is not a diagnosis.

Conditions we can assess from your photo

A single photo can reveal a lot about your oral health. Dentulu's photo consultation helps identify common dental issues ranging from toothaches and gum problems to cosmetic and orthodontic concerns so you get timely guidance without an in-person visit.

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Toothaches or visible cavities
Toothaches or visible cavities
Gum swelling or bleeding
Gum swelling or bleeding
Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
Mouth sores or lesions
Mouth sores or lesions
Cosmetic concerns
Cosmetic concerns (whitening, aligners, veneers)
Orthodontic issues
Orthodontic issues (braces, aligners)

Photo Tips

Follow these simple tips to take clear photos of your dental concern.

Example of taking a dental photo in good lighting
01
Use Good Lighting

Use good light or your phone flashlight so the area is bright and easy to see.

Example of taking a focused close dental photo
02
Get Close & Keep It in Focus

Move your phone closer to the area and make sure the image is clear and in focus.

Example showing wide and close-up dental photos
03
Take Two Photos

Take one wide shot of your mouth and one close-up of the problem area.

What patients say about photo consultation

See how Dentulu's photo consultations are helping patients get faster answers, expert advice, and peace of mind without leaving home.

Courtney Courtney
"Fast and reassuring!"
★★★★★

I snapped a photo of my swollen gums, and within minutes, the AI gave me clear guidance. It was so reassuring to know what steps to take right away.

Eduardo Eduardo
"Clear answers, no guesswork."
★★★★★

I uploaded a picture of my chipped tooth, and a dentist reviewed it the same day. The written report explained my options clearly so much better than guessing online.

Dianne Dianne
"Peace of mind instantly."
★★★★★

The AI photo consultation was quick and affordable. I got personalized advice and a checklist of what to do next. Perfect for peace of mind!

Arlene Arlene
"Saved me time and money."
★★★★★

I used the photo consultation to confirm if I needed an in-office visit. The dentist's feedback and prescription saved me time and money.

Photo Consultation Quick Links

Take your photo consultation further with upgrades, helpful tools, next steps, and related services. Easily connect to what you need in just one click.

Upgrade Options
Upgrade to Live Video Get AI Analysis
Tools
Better Photos with MouthCAM ($99) How to Take Photos
Next Steps
Get Prescription Estimate Treatment Costs Finance Treatments
Related
Need In-Person? Home Visit Emergency Help Photo Consultation FAQ

Have questions?

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Dentulu's photo consultation service is a Teledentistry service that allows patients to submit photos of their teeth and receive consultation from a licensed dentist. This can include diagnosis, treatment plans, and prescription recommendations.

Patients sign up for an account, answer questions about their health and dental history, and upload photos of their teeth from different angles. A licensed dentist reviews the photos and provides diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or prescriptions.

Yes, Dentulu's photo consultation service is fully HIPAA compliant, ensuring the privacy and security of all patient information.

The cost varies:
• One-time consultation: $49
• Subscription: $1 per day (includes multiple consultations)

Most patients receive a response within 24-48 hours. Complex cases may take longer.

Yes, Dentulu's platform lets you view both past and pending consultations all in one place for easy access.

Dentulu offers virtual, photo, video, second opinions, remineralization trays, mouth guards, sleep apnea evaluation & treatment, dentures, and emergency video consultations.

The AI agent consultation ($20) provides instant guidance within minutes, offering a summary of findings and next-step checklist for quick peace of mind. The dentist consultation ($55) includes a detailed review by a licensed dentist within 24-48 hours, providing a comprehensive written report with diagnosis, treatment options, urgency assessment, and the option for e-prescriptions or follow-up video calls.

For optimal results, take clear, well-lit photos from multiple angles: front view with mouth open, close-ups of the affected area, and side views if relevant. Ensure good lighting, avoid blurry images, and include the surrounding teeth and gums for context. The platform will guide you through the photo requirements during upload.

Yes, licensed dentists can prescribe medications through our photo consultation service when clinically appropriate. This includes antibiotics for infections, pain management medications, and other dental-related prescriptions that can be safely prescribed based on photo evaluation.

If our AI or dentist determines your condition requires immediate emergency care, you'll receive clear guidance to seek urgent in-person treatment. Photo consultations are designed to identify when immediate care is needed and will direct you to appropriate emergency dental services.

While photo consultations can assess many visible dental issues, some conditions require in-person examination, X-rays, or specialized testing. These may include issues requiring bite analysis, TMJ disorders, certain types of pain without visible symptoms, or conditions needing tactile examination.

Dentulu's photo consultation platform is designed to protect the privacy and security of your dental information. Your photos and consultation information are handled through the platform for your requested dental guidance or review.

Minors can use the photo consultation service with parental consent. A parent or guardian must create the account, provide consent, and be present during the consultation process. All communications will include the parent/guardian as appropriate.

After receiving your consultation, you can save the results to your account for future reference. If you received a dentist consultation, you may have options for follow-up video calls, in-person referrals to local dentists, or additional photo consultations to monitor progress. The platform also allows you to track your dental health over time.

You can use your smartphone to take clear photos of your teeth and gums and upload them for online dental guidance. For more detailed intraoral images, MouthCAM can help capture images and videos from home.