Volume :
5
Issue :
1
Abstract :
The world has evolved with new technologies and one of the technology is Teledentistry. Teledentistry is a combination of telecommunication and dentistry and involves exchange of clinical information and images over remote distances for dental consultation and treatment planning.It has the ability to improve access to oral healthcare and improve its delivery by lower its costs. It has the potential to eliminate the disparities in oral health care between rural and urban communities. It plays an important role in dental health education. It is also advised that the Government should take the initiative to highlight the importance and benefits of teledentistry in the society by providing the infrastructure and basic facilities to all the states for betterment.