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Artificial intelligence in maxillofacial and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
Ethan Fung1, Dhruv Patel2, Sherard Tatum2,3
1Norton College of Medicine.
Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery for tasks like 3D modeling and diagnostics. Further research and ethical considerations are needed as AI applications grow in this field.
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Surgical Innovation
- Artificial Intelligence Applications
Background:
- Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is increasing across medical fields.
- Limited AI integration in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery due to anatomical variability and subjective factors.
- Technological advancements are driving AI's growing popularity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current artificial intelligence applications in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery.
- To discuss the implications and ethical concerns of AI in this specialty.
- To highlight the evolving role of AI in surgical planning and diagnostics.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of artificial intelligence in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery.
- Analysis of current AI functionalities and limitations.
- Discussion of ethical considerations and future potential.
Main Results:
- AI is utilized for automated patient record updates.
- AI facilitates 3D model creation for preoperative planning.
- AI aids in cephalometric analysis and diagnostic evaluation of oropharyngeal malignancies.
Conclusions:
- Artificial intelligence has established a role in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery.
- Expanding high-quality databases will enable AI in complex and unique cases.
- Ethical concerns, including physician-patient relationships and healthcare justice, require attention.
