Improving Oral Health Using Teledentistry and Virtual Dental Homes: Concepts and Progress

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Address Oral Health Disparities

“…In these areas, AI can empower mid-level clinicians, such as dental therapists, by analyzing imaging and clinical data to support decision-making . Teledentistry has been reducing the need for frequent in-person dental visits and allows for patient triaging and prescription medications, enabling populations in underserved communities to access dental services . Lastly, the growing availability of large language models is a promising opportunity to address disparities in oral health literacy.…”

“…6 Teledentistry has been reducing the need for frequent in-person dental visits and allows for patient triaging and prescription medications, enabling populations in underserved communities to access dental services. 7 Lastly, the growing availability of large language models is a promising opportunity to address disparities in oral health literacy. AI can disseminate tailored information to promote the importance of oral health, improve adherence to appointments, and assist in navigating the complex dental insurance structure.…”