Telepedodontics - Research & Review

Abstract

Teledentistry in pediatric dentistry - Telepedodontics, a comparatively new field, can modify the dynamics of the dental care delivery system. Maximum of the dentists are ignorant about teledentistry, about its goals and benefits and how to get involved into it. This review demonstrates as to how teledentistry can be an actual solution for dentists and their patients.

Teledentistry gives a likely resolution to many enduring complications in dentistry, but it also faces substantial challenges.  Its evolution will be contingent as much, on the struggles of the health authorities as on the combined efforts of the dental professionals.

Telepedodontics can meet the dental care needs of the underserved in the rural areas of India and it can guarantee the good oral health of the children in schools and child care centers. Telepedodontics gives new opportunities for dental education by providing an easy access to primary care professionals for effective consultation, thus serving in piloting effective postgraduate education and continuing dental education programs.