Perspectives of Frontline Clinicians and End-Line Users on Smartphone-Based Photography for Assessing Traumatic Dental Injuries: Focus Group Interview Study and Thematic Analysis

Cyclical education and professional development are essential to enhancing user confidence and technology usability. Addressing patient and clinician resistance through targeted education, improved communication, and operational upgrades such as camera grids, system integration, and simplified login can support adoption. This study highlights mHealth's potential in emergency dental assessment and screening, particularly for underserved populations, and underscores opportunities for interprofessional collaboration. Future research should explore broader clinical applications across oral health conditions.