The Carbon Benefits of Remote Dental Treatments

As the dental industry embraces digital transformation, one of the most overlooked yet significant advantages of virtual care is its positive impact on the environment. By reducing the need for in-person appointments, remote consultations can meaningfully lower carbon emissions — contributing to both sustainability and patient convenience. Key takeaway Virtual Consultant measures an average carbon saving of 1.37 kg CO₂ per remote appointment compared to an in-person visit. When scaled across thousands of appointments, the cumulative environmental impact is substantial — without any compromise to care quality. Why Carbon Savings Matter in Healthcare Healthcare accounts for an estimated 4–5% of global carbon emissions (Health Care Without Harm, 2019), making it one of the largest contributor...