Table 2.
Dentists’ perception of teledentistry usefulness for the benefit of the dental practice and patients.
| SD (%) | D (%) | N (%) | A (%) | SA (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists’ perception of the capability of teledentistry to improve practice | |||||
| Teledentistry would provide an accurate diagnosis in a clinical setting | 24 (3.7) | 145 (22.2) | 237 (36.3) | 200 (30.7) | 46 (7.1) |
| Teledentistry would help shorten the waiting list | 0 (0) | 9 (1.4) | 45 (6.9) | 408 (62.6) | 190 (29.1) |
| Teledentistry would enhance guidelines and advice | 1 (0.2) | 20 (3.1) | 112 (17.2) | 401 (61.5) | 118 (18.1) |
| Teledentistry would improve the interaction between peers | 2 (0.3) | 24 (3.7) | 92 (14.1) | 390 (59.8) | 144 (22.1) |
| Teledentistry would provide a safe atmosphere for practicing dentistry | 1 (0.2) | 17 (2.6) | 79 (12.1) | 338 (51.8) | 217 (33.3) |
| Teledentistry would make patients’ referrals more efficient | 1 (0.2) | 12 (1.8) | 88 (13.5) | 403 (61.8) | 148 (22.8) |
| Dentists’ perception of teledentistry usefulness for the dental practice | |||||
| Teledentistry would enhance clinical training and continuing education | 12 (1.8) | 80 (12.3) | 189 (29) | 306 (46.9) | 65 (10) |
| Teledentistry would reduce costs for the dental practices | 1 (0.2) | 54 (8.3) | 182 (27.9) | 334 (51.2) | 81 (12.4) |
| Teledentistry would increase treatment time spent with the patient | 12 (1.8) | 150 (23) | 224 (34.4) | 209 (32.1) | 57 (8.7) |
| Teledentistry would necessitate an extra appointment for taking photographs | 1 (0.2) | 39 (6) | 102 (15.6) | 422 (64.7) | 88 (13.5) |
| Teledentistry would save time compared with a referral letter | 0 (0) | 18 (2.8) | 62 (9.5) | 402 (61.7) | 170 (26.1) |
| Teledentistry would be too expensive to set up | 11 (1.7) | 189 (29) | 307 (47.1) | 129 (19.8) | 16 (2.5) |
| Teledentistry would provide adequate diagnostic information | 4 (0.6) | 104 (16) | 161 (24.7) | 315 (48.3) | 68 (10.4) |
| Dentists’ perception of the usefulness of teledentistry for patients | |||||
| Teledentistry would save money for patients | 0 (0) | 16 (2.5) | 133 (20.4) | 344 (52.8) | 159 (24.2) |
| Teledentistry would improve communication with patients | 2 (0.3) | 14 (2.1) | 74 (11.3) | 384 (58.9) | 178 (27.3) |
| Teledentistry would be helpful for patient education | 6 (0) | 28 (0.9) | 389 (4.3) | 389 (59.7) | 229 (35.1) |
| Teledentistry would help to avoid unnecessary travel to the dental clinic | 0 (0) | 12 (1.8) | 42 (6.4) | 373 (57.2) | 225 (34.5) |
| Teledentistry would be helpful in monitoring the patient's condition | 1 (0.2) | 13 (2) | 54 (8.3) | 435 (66.7) | 149 (22.9) |
| Teledentistry would be convenient and well received by patients | 3 (0.5) | 23 (5.5) | 239 (36.7) | 289 (44.3) | 85 (13) |
| Teledentistry would be useful for patients in remote areas | 6 (0.9) | 36 (3.5) | 67 (10.3) | 319 (48.9) | 237 (36.3) |
| Teledentistry should be covered by dental insurance plans | 4 (0.6) | 17 (2.6) | 119 (18.3) | 301 (46.2) | 211 (32.4) |
SD, strongly disagree; D, disagree; N, neutral; A, agree; SA, strongly agree.