A Systematic Review of Recommendations for Asynchronous Teledentistry

Authors

• Helen Chen D.D.S., New York-Presbyterian /Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NYFollow
• Seeun Mo D.D.S., University of Southern California, Los AngelesFollow
• Rami Habib D.D.S., NYU College of Dentistry, New York, NYFollow
• Hannah Kim D.D.S., Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MAFollow
• Madusha Perera D.D.S., University of California, San FranciscoFollow
• Courtney H. Chinn D.D.S., M.P.H., NYU College of Dentistry, New York, NYFollow

Keywords

Asynchronous teledentistry, Pandemic, Risk Assessment, Screening, Image Capturer

Abstract

Background: COVID-19 renewed interest in teledentistry to improve access to oral healthcare. This review assessed recommendations for asynchronous teledentistry regarding image capturer, device, target population, capture protocol and diagnostic ability.

Methods: Five reviewers conducted a PRISMA guided search for eligible studies published from 2000–2023. Articles were independently evaluated using a four-point rubric.

Results: Sixteen articles were included, with a mean score of 5.38/15. The lowest score was for image capturer, and the highest for diagnosis of oral disease.

Conclusion: Limited evidence supports standardized protocols, underscoring the need for further research on best teledentistry practices.

Recommended Citation

Chen, Helen D.D.S.; Mo, Seeun D.D.S.; Habib, Rami D.D.S.; Kim, Hannah D.D.S.; Perera, Madusha D.D.S.; and Chinn, Courtney H. D.D.S., M.P.H. (2026) "A Systematic Review of Recommendations for Asynchronous Teledentistry," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 92: No. 5, Article 5.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol92/iss5/5