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1- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
2- Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Skills, Tehran, Iran.
2- Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Skills, Tehran, Iran.
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Background: Advances in information technology have paved the way for the emergence and expansion of teledentistry, enabling dental services delivery without the need for physical presence through digital platforms.
Objective: This narrative review examines the role, applications, advantages, challenges, and future prospects of emerging technologies in advancing teledentistry.
Methods: A structured search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases for English-language articles published between 2000-2025 using keywords such as teledentistry, telemedicine, and digital dentistry.
Results: Teledentistry, employing technologies including high-resolution intraoral cameras, secure data transfer systems, and artificial intelligence algorithms, has significantly improved access to dental care in underserved and rural regions, reduced costs and waiting times, and enhanced patient engagement and preventive care. It offers clinical applications in diagnosis, surgery, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, prosthetics, and provides opportunities for continuing education and patient empowerment. However, challenges such as data security, legal and regulatory considerations, technical limitations, and the need for user training persist.
Conclusion: Teledentistry will be a transformative force in future oral healthcare, serving as a foundational element rather than just a complementary tool. To realize its full potential for personalized, equitable, and cost-effective care, focused efforts must address data security standards, legal-regulatory barriers, and strategic integration of advanced technologies. This transition requires substantial investment in training dental professionals and redefining clinical protocols for the digital era.
Objective: This narrative review examines the role, applications, advantages, challenges, and future prospects of emerging technologies in advancing teledentistry.
Methods: A structured search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases for English-language articles published between 2000-2025 using keywords such as teledentistry, telemedicine, and digital dentistry.
Results: Teledentistry, employing technologies including high-resolution intraoral cameras, secure data transfer systems, and artificial intelligence algorithms, has significantly improved access to dental care in underserved and rural regions, reduced costs and waiting times, and enhanced patient engagement and preventive care. It offers clinical applications in diagnosis, surgery, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, prosthetics, and provides opportunities for continuing education and patient empowerment. However, challenges such as data security, legal and regulatory considerations, technical limitations, and the need for user training persist.
Conclusion: Teledentistry will be a transformative force in future oral healthcare, serving as a foundational element rather than just a complementary tool. To realize its full potential for personalized, equitable, and cost-effective care, focused efforts must address data security standards, legal-regulatory barriers, and strategic integration of advanced technologies. This transition requires substantial investment in training dental professionals and redefining clinical protocols for the digital era.
Keywords: Teledentistry, Telemedicine, Dental Health Services, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technology
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