How Do Teledentistry Visits Work

How Do Teledentistry Visits Work from Anthony DeLucia D.D.S., P.A. in Stuart, FLTeledentistry offers convenience to patients who cannot physically get to their dentist. Dentists are quickly adopting teledentistry because it is a convenient, cost-effective way of keeping tabs on patients. They also use the technology to consult with colleagues and specialists that work in different locations.

Teledentistry visits have become a safe way for dentists to conduct routine dental checkups. Dentists use teledentistry to monitor patients and screen those who may be candidates for in-office visits. This is one of the ways that dentists are contributing to the community-wide precautions to limit the outbreak of seasonal infections.

A patient who needs the services of a dentist may be drawn to the convenience of seeing a dentist from their home. However, the same patient may wonder if teledentistry takes away from their treatment in any way.

Real-time consultation: The patient’s very first teledentistry appointment

The dentist will start the videoconference by getting input from their patient, including verbal communication of their oral health. They may ask their patient a series of questions and use the answers to form a preliminary diagnosis.

Before the teleconsultation, the dental practice will arrange for a dental assistant or hygienist to join the patient. The dental assistant will perform the visual exam as the dentist watches, asks questions and provides guidance. They may use tools, like an intra-oral scanner, to stream real-time images of patients’ mouths.

Based on these images, the dentist will take one or more of the following actions:

  • Give the patient a clean bill of health or something close to it
  • Set up a second appointment to monitor the patient
  • Prescribe medication or an at-home treatment
  • Order medical imaging tests and direct the dental practice to set up the logistics
  • If the patient has a dental emergency, the dentist will have the patient go in for an in-person appointment

Store and forward teledentistry

This happens where a dentist recommends an x-ray or CT scan of their patient’s mouth. Once they have the test results on hand, the dentist may interpret the test results and proceed with treatment.

If the case is too complicated, they will forward the test results to a specialist who will craft and implement a treatment plan. In both scenarios, treatment would likely require a combination of in-person dental visits and remote monitoring.

We are here for you at every step

Limited mobility or proximity to one’s dental office can delay some important procedures. If you have a dental problem that is affecting your oral health and quality of life, do not try to power through it. Call our offices right now. We will use our capable teledentistry system to provide the care you need, exactly when you need it.

Request an appointment here: https://drdelucia.com/teledentistry-consultation/ or call Anthony DeLucia D.D.S., P.A. at (772) 492-7045 for an appointment in our Stuart office.

Related Posts

Teledentistry Offers Dental Care, Consults And Education Services

Teledentistry is becoming a popular resource for those who are stuck at home with dental concerns. With more services becoming virtual, teledentistry is becoming a more popular option for dental care, consultations, and even educational services. For those who have a hard time of driving out to a dental office, teledentistry will likely remain a…

Teledentistry: Virtual Care For Urgent Dental Problems

Patients can get the diagnosis, advice, and emergency treatment they need through teledentistry and emergency dentistry services. It is helpful to understand what teledentistry is and how it can help with urgent dental problems, so you can determine if you should schedule an appointment.More dentists than ever before are utilizing teledentistry as a way to…

Diagnosing Dental Conditions With Teledentistry

If you are feeling ill and are suffering from tooth pain, then a virtual consultation is a great alternative to an in-person visit. However, depending on your condition, the dentist may require an in-person consultation following the virtual session. Therefore, it is helpful for people to be familiar with what teledentistry is and how the…