HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS AND BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AS CATALYSTS FOR IMPROVING ACCESS AND QUALITY IN DENTAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS

Dental healthcare systems face persistent challenges related to access, quality, efficiency, and cost containment.This review explores how healthcare informatics and business intelligence contribute to improved access to care, enhanced quality, and evidence-based decision-making in dental healthcare systems.By integrating insights from dental informatics, healthcare analytics, and operational management literature, this article highlights the role of digital systems and data analytics in supporting equitable, efficient, and sustainable oral healthcare delivery.