Revolutionizing CAD/CAM-based restorative dental processes and materials with artificial intelligence: a concise...

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Dental Material Science
• Computer Science

Background:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, impacting biomedical and industrial sectors.
• AI integration in dentistry offers significant potential for improving procedural accuracy and efficiency.
• Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) in restorative dentistry is a key area for AI application.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a concise overview of AI implementation in CAD/CAM restorative dental procedures and materials.
• To explore the benefits and applications of AI-powered technologies in digital dentistry.
• To summarize current advancements and future possibilities in AI-driven restorative dentistry.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive literature search was conducted from 2000 to 2023.
• Keywords included "Artificial Intelligence", "Machine Learning", "CAD/CAM", and "Restorative Dentistry".
• The search focused on AI applications within digital dentistry and material science.

Main Results:

• AI significantly benefits digital restorative dentistry and CAD/CAM applications.
• AI automates the incorporation of esthetic factors, occlusal schemes, and prior design choices.
• AI can predict restoration debonding risk and material property effects.

Conclusions:

• AI integration is revolutionizing restorative dental care and material science.
• Continuous enhancements are addressing AI limitations, paving the way for future innovations.
• AI offers new possibilities for fabricating advanced dental restorations.