Practicing dentistry in the age of telemedicine. The practice of medicine and dentistry is changing due to the growth of the Internet and electronic media.
Information is now accessible to all healthcare workers and to the general public.
Telemedicine and teledentistry have the potential to improve access to care, improve the delivery of health care, and lower its costs. There are many legal issues, however, that are developing because of this new technology. From the discussion, the authors conclude that medicine and dentistry need to resolve several concerns before realizing the potential benefits of telemedicine and teledentistry. All dental providers should educate themselves as to the legal, technological and ethical issues of teledentistry using it. Atherosclerotic coronary artery disease is a significant health issue in the United States.