The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines designed to perform tasks requiring cognitive functions such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-making. In healthcare, AI is transforming the delivery of care by improving diagnostic accuracy, optimizing treatment plans, and enhancing patient outcomes (Dyar, 2022; Tartaglia, 2021). Its integration into dentistry addresses challenges such as variability in diagnosis and inefficiencies in treatment planning. By analyzing large datasets and identifying patterns, AI offers precise insights that aid dentists in making evidence-based decisions (Vaziri et al., 2019; Yansane et al., 2021).