Innovative Teledentistry Program Enhances Oral Health in Long-term Care Facilities

Posted: January 1, 2025
The article discusses the implementation of a virtual dental home (VDH) program in two long-term care facilities (LTCFs) using asynchronous teledentistry techniques. Dental hygienists and dentists provided diagnostic and preventive services onsite, addressing untreated caries and gingival inflammation. The pilot project successfully established a dental home for residents, improving oral health outcomes through preventive and disease control services.

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