TOTAL BODY
PHOTOGRAPHY
Total Body Photography (also known as TBP or whole body imaging) is the process of taking high quality images of your skin from head-to-toe which gives us a historic record of your entire skin surface. It is a supplementary tool in addition to your regular full skin checks to aid in the early detection of skin cancers in high risk individuals. It can be done regularly but can also be done as a one-off. With a baseline set of images, photos can be saved as reference which can be reviewed as required in future to clarify whether a mole is new and/or changing.
If done regularly (e.g. annually), DermEngine uses an artificial intelligence (AI) powered analysis tool that matches and compares each image. This highlights new and/or changing lesions which allows for closer monitoring and early detection. Regular TBP is particularly beneficial for individuals who have a very high number of variable moles that are difficult to track.
The cost of TBP is $200 and is usually not covered by insurance. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​
FAQ's
How do I prepare for my TBP appointment?
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Please remove jewellery, makeup and fake tan
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Tie up long hair
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It would be helpful if you could moisturise your skin the morning of your appointment to avoid dry/scaly skin which can impair image quality
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Avoid sports bras and bike shorts
Who will be taking my photos?
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A nurse dermoscopist will be taking your images, please point out any lesions of concern you have and these can be assessed at the time
Can I access my images?
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Yes, you can request access by giving the nurse your email address which will then send you a link to your DermEngine account
How do you keep my images safe and secure?
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All our images are securely recorded and stored through DermEngine. They are an industry leading company utilised by doctors worldwide that provides a highly secure and intuitive software to manage all the images taken during your appointments.