Preparing Dental Students to Lead Teledentistry Programs Addressing Oral Health Inequities: An Evidence-Informed Teaching Practice Grounded in Multi-Theory Model (MTM) & Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)

Authors

• Asma Awan, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
• Christina Demopoulos, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
• Manoj Sharma, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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Description

The rapid expansion of telehealth and teledentistry demands dental professionals proficient in remote care delivery, digital communication, and community-based service models. This practice prepares students to lead and implement teledentistry programs addressing oral health inequities among underserved and rural populations in Nevada and beyond

Publisher Location

Las Vegas (Nev.)

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Publisher

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Language

English

Keywords

Pedagogy; teledentistry; Multi-Theory Model (MTM); Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)

Disciplines

Curriculum and Instruction | Educational Methods

File Format

PDF

File Size

787 KB

Recommended Citation

Awan, Asma; Demopoulos, Christina; and Sharma, Manoj, "Preparing Dental Students to Lead Teledentistry Programs Addressing Oral Health Inequities: An Evidence-Informed Teaching Practice Grounded in Multi-Theory Model (MTM) & Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)" (2026). UNLV Best Teaching Practices Expo. 247.
https://oasis.library.unlv.edu/btp_expo/247

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