# How does the secure patient flow work?

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Published: 2026-05-24
Updated: 2026-05-24
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Admins can send a secure tokenised visualisation link directly from a patient record. The patient opens the link, uploads or captures a smile photo, confirms consent, and creates their preview. The original and preview images are then linked back to the patient record, and the full visualisation history is visible in the admin interface.

This answer is informational and does not replace a full clinical examination by a dentist or orthodontist.