Impact, Utility and Need for Tele Orthodontics in Recent Times-A Systematic Review

Abstract

Introduction: Tele orthodontics uses information technology to provide remote, global healthcare advice and treatment. This approach allows the exchange of patient-related information with healthcare providers and/ or related organizations using digital technology such as radiographs and healthcare-related consultations. This is in contrast to the traditional methods of healthcare management, which rely on direct patient contact and communication. Furthermore, Tele orthodontics has been shown to be a valuable means of monitoring patients and facilitating patient-dentist communication, especially in the present COVID-19 pandemic that has challenged the existing global healthcare systems and all forms of healthcare policy. Objective: To evaluate the impact, relevance and utility of tele orthodontics in today's era. Methods: In this systematic review, the articles search was performed on relevant studies collected through systematically developed and executed search strategies for the past 10 years in the following databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, Ebsco, Medline etc. The research was carried out by online and offline surfing and 10yrs database records.442 records were screened, out of which 8 articles were narrowed down to be included for the systematic review. Results: There are eight articles, which suggested the impact and relevance of teleorthodontics in recent times. Conclusion: Based on eight articles teleorthodontics is a go-to modality and an adjunct to traditional orthodontic diagnosis, consultation and treatment therapy