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Dentistry in the centuries: a historical overview
Andrea Ballini1, Ioannis A Charitos2, Mario Dioguardi3
1Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy - andrea.ballini@unifg.it.
Minerva Dental and Oral Science
|February 6, 2024
Summary
Dentistry evolved from ancient beliefs to advanced AI-driven care, highlighting significant progress. Further integration with medical science and engineering promises enhanced oral health diagnostics and maintenance.
Area of Science:
- Oral medicine and healthcare innovation.
- Interdisciplinary medical and engineering sciences.
- Historical evolution of medical specialties.
Background:
- Dentistry's origins trace back to 7000 BCE, initially attributing dental ailments to supernatural causes.
- Early dental practices lacked scientific understanding, relying on primitive interventions.
- The conceptualization of dentistry as a medical specialty is ancient.
Observation:
- Modern dentistry utilizes advanced technologies like artificial intelligence for diagnosis and treatment.
- Significant technological and methodological advancements have occurred in dental care.
- Despite progress, a gap persists in integrating dental expertise with broader medical and engineering fields.
Findings:
- The field has transformed from rudimentary practices to a sophisticated discipline.
- Current dentistry emphasizes preventative care, advanced diagnostics, and modern treatments.
- Artificial intelligence is increasingly employed in dental diagnosis and therapeutic strategies.
Implications:
- Integrating dental science with medicine and engineering can unlock new frontiers in oral health.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for future advancements in dental diagnostics and patient care.
- Continued innovation in dentistry promises improved oral health outcomes and disease management.
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