#selfie?

If you’ve visited Paramount Dental Sydney recently, chances are that you’re smile is looking it’s best. So, what’s next? Show it off! Follow this guide and you’ll take your selfies to the next level.

Chances are, if you go to your camera roll right now, you’ll see a long line of selfies that never see the light of day. Don’t be embarrassed, we all do it. If you follow a few easy steps, you’ll find that you’ll be posting them more rather than leaving them in your phone.

Check your lighting

The best thing to do is go outside or stand by a window. Absolutely nothing beats natural lighting. The best time of day to get your shots is during sunset or sunrise when the sun is lower, eliminating shadows across your face.

Don’t be afraid of the flash

Not everyone can wait for a lovely sunset to take their pics. If you’re in low light, turn your flash on. Your phone may even automatically do this with the front facing camera.

This will brighten your face and show off your teeth, plus the darker background looks great too.

Don’t be fake

There’s nothing more obvious than a fake smile. Think of something funny or something that makes you happy (like puppies) and go with the moment. Laughing is a great way of capturing your amazing smile too.

Don’t rush it

Take your time and take a lot. You’re taking these photos to show off your smile because you’re feeling good so keep snapping so you have some options.

Experiment with angles

Taking selfies from the same angle every time gets boring. Play with your angles and give your camera roll some variety.

Filter your filters

The whole point of a selfie is to capture your face and smile. Over filtering photos takes away your natural expressions and features – it’s also really obvious when someone has gone overboard with the touch ups.

Backgrounds are important

Be aware of your surroundings when taking your selfies and look out for photo bombers. Hot tip: no one want to see your unmade bed in the background.

Do away with the cliché

Just be you. Leave the duck face to Kim K and just be natural.

Now go and have your photoshoot – we’re sure you’re Instagram is going to look amazing.

If you feel like you want some smile touch-ups before going crazy with the selfies, then check out some of our smile makeovers and get in contact with the team today.