ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN DENTISTRY

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming dentistry by improving diagnosis accuracy, treatment planning, and patient outcomes. AI systems evaluate radiographs, intraoral scans, and patient data to detect dental problems with great precision, often outperforming humans. Machine learning models predict the outcomes of various treatments, allowing dentists to make informed judgments. AI-powered applications make administrative duties easier, from arranging appointments to managing patient records, resulting in greater operational efficiency. Furthermore, AI-powered virtual assistants offer individualized patient education and support, promoting improved oral health habits. Despite these advancements, there are still issues like data security, integrating with current dental procedures, and the requirement that dental professionals undergo intensive training. The abstract comes to the conclusion that althrough artificial intelligence (AI) can thrust dentistry into the futuristic realm, its successful implementation in the industry will depend on continued research and development as well as ethical and legal issues.