Pengaruh Penggunaan Telemedicine dalam Penatalaksanaan Gangguan Temporomandibular: Telaah Sistematis

Abstract

Background: Temporomandibular disorders are clinical disorders involving the muscles of mastication, temporomandibular joints and related structures. There are several treatments such as self-help exercises that can be done at home using remote care or often called telemedicine after the patient has been directed by a practitioner and evaluated during regular visits. Along with the advancement of the times and technology as well as the prevention of Covid-19, currently telemedicine can become the main means of self-care for patients at home without losing the supervision of a doctor. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of using telemedicine in the management of temporomandibular disorders. Methods: Systematic literature review used literature search methods in electronic databases: PubMed, ProQuest and Google Scholar. The keywords were “(Telemedicine OR Teledentistry) AND (Temporomandibular disorder) AND (Effect).” The inclusion criteria for selection scientific article were years publication from 2012-2022, published in English and full paper available. Results: 7 articles have been included in this review. Based on the results of this systematic study, the effect of using telemedicine is considered to be able to assist the management of temporomandibular disorders by conducting consultation, follow-up, and treatment remotely via telephone, smartphone application, or internet-based or website-based applications. Conclusion: Telemedicine makes it easier for patients who do not have access to a health center so that they can do consultations and treatments from home, can minimize time and costs. Keywords: temporomandibular disorders; telemedicine; teledentistry; effect