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- Title
Breaking barriers, creating smiles: The power of teledentistryer.
- Authors
Kalita, Mitusmita
- Abstract
Teledentistry is an emerging field in the branch of dentistry that utilizes technology to provide dental care and services remotely. It is a comprehensive approach that combines telecommunications technology, digital imaging, and electronic health records to connect dental professionals with patients who are unable to access conventional dental practices. This remote platform allows for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning of various oral health conditions, without the need for in-person visits. The adoption of teledentistry has been motivated by several factors. Firstly, it addresses the issue of limited access to dental care, especially in remote or underserved areas where the density of dental offices is low. Through teledentistry, patients can receive timely consultations and advice, improving their access to oral health care. In addition, teledentistry facilitates reaching patients who have mobility issues, transportation challenges or cannot leave their homes due to risk factors or pandemics. Moreover, it allows dental professionals to collaborate and consult with specialists, expanding their expertise and treatment options. The use of teledentistry can also lead to cost savings for both patients and professionals by reducing unnecessary visits and improving patient journeys by reducing long waiting lists. In conclusion, teledentistry is a promising approach to extend dental care beyond traditional practices. It enhances access, convenience, cost-effectiveness and quality of care, while presenting new challenges such as data security in terms of technology. As technology continues to advance and health-care evolves, teledentistry is expected to play an increasingly significant role in oral health-care delivery.
- Subjects
DENTAL records; DENTAL technology; DENTAL offices; ELECTRONIC health records; DENTAL care; TELEDENTISTRY; DENTAL caries
- Publication
Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, 2024, Vol 42, pS228
- ISSN
0970-4388
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.4103/jisppd.jisppd_59_24