Teledentistry involves checking up on, diagnosing and treating patients through the use of digital technology when they cannot physically come into the dental office.
There are different reasons for teledentistry, and it is helpful to be familiar with the different kinds of visits to determine whether you should schedule a teledentistry appointment. The most common types of teledentistry appointments include a routine checkup, a visit to discuss symptoms that the patient experiences, a consultation for new patients and emergency dentistry.
Patients who are due for a routine checkup with their dentist should consider scheduling a teledentistry to serve as their routine checkup. A dentist can detect many of the concerns that they would look for during a routine visit, such as worn enamel, early signs of gum disease and signs of teeth grinding. Although they cannot conduct a teeth cleaning during the teledentistry call, they can offer professional advice on how to properly care for teeth at home until a cleaning can be safely scheduled.
A routine checkup should be considered regardless of the status of the patient’s oral health. However, teledentistry can also be used to diagnose noticeable oral health concerns. This may include a chronic toothache, gum pain and swelling and bleeding gums while brushing. If the situation is minor, then the dentist may recommend at-home remedies, but a more serious concern may require emergency dentistry. In either case, those who have discomforting or potentially severe symptoms should seek advice from a dental professional.
For individuals who do not currently have a dentist, teledentistry as a way to have an initial consultation is a great way to decide on and prepare for dental treatment. Many dentists offer teledentistry as a way to get to know new patients. Patients often seek consultation visits for dental procedures such as dental crowns, implants and teeth straightening. If you are interested in a procedure but are still not sure, then a consultation visit through teledentistry is likely a good option.
Those who have suffered a dental injury or have developing symptoms that are concerning should consider a teledentistry visit to find out if they should come into the dental office for prompt and effective treatment.
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