Ecem Elif ÇEGE, Neşe AKAL
Medical Records - 2026;8(1):1-7
Teledentistry, a technological extension of telecommunication in healthcare, has gained increasing importance in dentistry for diagnosis, treatment planning, patient follow-up, and educational purposes. Especially during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, its use expanded significantly to reduce the risk of cross-infection. It has been effectively applied across various dental specialties, including pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and prosthodontics. Through video consultations, digital radiography, and mobile technologies, teledentistry enables remote service delivery, accelerates consultation processes, and improves accessibility. However, limitations such as the inability to perform physical examination, data security concerns, and diagnostic constraints persist. Additionally, teledentistry must be considered in terms of user acceptance, ethical and legal responsibilities, and its supportive role in dental education. This narrative review was based on a non-systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases to ensure a broad overview of the current literature. This review comprehensively evaluates the current applications, benefits, and drawbacks of teledentistry, along with its ethical, legal, and educational dimensions.
