Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry
Özet
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged as an innovative technology that is transforming clinical practice not only in healthcare but also in dentistry. It is applied in a wide range of areas, including education and simulation systems, clinical decision support applications, diagnostic imaging, restorative, prosthodontic, and orthodontic planning, thereby enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient satisfaction. Particularly, AI-driven platforms integrated with virtual reality contribute to the development of students’ skills, while clinical decision support systems provide personalized diagnostic and therapeutic protocols through big data and image analysis.
Automatic analysis of radiological images, CAD/CAM-based design, malocclusion classification, and teledentistry applications are among the most notable contributions of AI. In addition, AI enhances efficiency, accessibility, and time management in patient communication, operational workflow, and counseling processes. However, algorithmic bias, data security, and ethical-legal regulations remain critical issues for the safe integration of these technologies.
From a future perspective, AI is expected to become a key element of personalized, preventive, predictive, and participatory dentistry by integrating genetic, environmental, and behavioral data to provide comprehensive patient-centered care.
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