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ABSTRACT
As dental practices prepare to reopen after the COVID-19 pandemic, dentists have to overcome myriad challenges including low patient volume, shortage of PPE and additional operational expenses on top of lost revenue during the pandemic. Teledentistry could be a viable option to connect with patients and to triage before scheduling emergency appointments. This article provides essential tips to launch teledentistry in your office for the new normal and for the foreseeable future.
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Parvati Iyer
Parvati Iyer, DDS, is an assistant professor in the department of diagnostic sciences and the course director for integrated clinical sciences I at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Shuba Anantha
Shuba Anantha, DDS, is a part-time instructor in the department of preventive and restorative dentistry at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and works as a part-time associate. She graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s international dentist program. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Amy Griffith
Amy Griffith, DDS, practices full time in Sunnyvale, Calif. She earned a degree in psychology from the University of California, San Diego and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Casey Farrand
Casey Farrand, BS, graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in health science. She is a consultant for dental practices. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Ms. Farrand is a freelance practice consultant for dental practices.