The intraoral camera is among the most useful pieces of technology to enter the operatory. Deceptively simple in that they are often nothing more than a video camera designed for intraoral use, these cameras are invaluable for both assessment and diagnostics, as well as for patient education. Putting a live feed of the inside of a patient’s mouth up on a big screen makes quite an impact when you want to show decay or other problems. Here’s a side by side look at some of the available intraoral cameras that offer adjustable focus for showing off fine details, displaying wider shots and even grabbing extraoral snapshots.