teledentistry C D A J O U R N A L , V O L 5 0 , Nº 1
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Evolution of Patient Care Post-Pandemic: Teledentistry the New Norm, a Narrative Review Antranig Mesrobian, MS; Karam Korya, BS; and Kamal Al-Eryani, DDS, PhD
abstract Background: The start of the new decade brought an inconceivable affliction. In the first quarter of 2020, humanity faced an invisible enemy, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), known infamously as COVID-19. The virus left every facet of life in a state of disarray, and as we adjust to the new normal, the necessary changes are evident. Results: Through synchronous or asynchronous interactions, the efficiency, convenience and costeffectiveness of telehealth remain unparalleled. Therefore, as society attempts to move past the pandemic, the progression of patient care and management will be a catalyst in the transformation of health care systems. Practical implications: Considering the precedent set by teledentistry during the pandemic, the widespread incorporation of this digital medium will benefit both patients and dentists. Keywords: Teledentistry, pandemic, COVID-19, telehealth, technology, patient care, dental care
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