Teledentistry Market or dental care delivered via the Internet is a major development in the world of medicine. It uses technology to connect dental professionals with patients for tele-consultations, diagnosis and treatment planning. This new technique can change oral medicine for better access, cost-effectiveness and patient experience.
Market Overview
The world teledentistry market is classified into technology (teleconsultation, teledentistry software), application (diagnostic services, preventive care, cosmetic dentistry), and end-user (dental clinics, hospitals, insurance companies).
Key Market Trends
- Increasing Telehealth Use: Telehealth services increasing in use in many areas of healthcare are accelerating teledentistry use.
- Technological Innovation: Technological innovation in the fields of telemedicine and digital health like high-quality video conferencing and remote patient monitoring is providing seamless teledentistry services.
- Demand for Accessible Dentistry: Intense work schedules and patient demands are driving the need for easy and convenient dentistry.
- COVID-19 Pandemic: The COVID-19 pandemic sped up the growth of teledentistry to give you much-needed dental care without getting infected.
- Increased Healthcare Costs: Teledentistry can save healthcare costs as you do not need to travel to visit patients in person, especially for regular visits and consultations.
Market Size and Forecast
The teledentistry market size in 2021 stood at US$ 1.04 billion and is projected to reach US$ 5.51 billion by 2031 from US$ XX billion in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main advantages of teledentistry?
Better access to dental services, particularly among those who aren’t adequately served.
- Faster waits and less trips.
- Enhanced patient convenience and satisfaction
- Gum disease early identification and treatment.
- Minimal risk of infection during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Where does teledentistry fail?
- Short service range as compared to in-person dental visits.