Book excerpt: Teledentistry, the use of videoconferencing in dentistry, holds immense potential, especially in addressing oral health disparities in rural areas. In India, where two-thirds of the population resides in rural regions, teledentistry offers a cost-effective solution to bridge the healthcare gap. Teledentistry's cost-effectiveness is evident, with a model yielding substantial savings, primarily attributed to reduced travel expenses aim to enhance access, delivery, and affordability of oral healthcare, particularly for underserved communities.