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Tech Bytes-Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Pediatric Oral Health: A Scoping Review
Dhvani A Tanna1, Srikala Bhandary1, K Sundeep Hegde2
1Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), NITTE (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.
International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|January 9, 2025
Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) enhances pediatric dentistry by aiding in diagnostics and treatment planning. AI tools improve patient care through early detection of dental issues and risk assessment for better oral health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Health
Background:
- Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, with significant implications for healthcare.
- AI technologies empower machines to solve complex problems, improving patient management, diagnostics, and treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current data on AI applications in pediatric dentistry.
- To assess the clinical effectiveness of AI in pediatric dental care.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar.
- The review included 30 English-language studies published up to January 2024.
Main Results:
- AI applications in pediatric dentistry include caries and plaque detection, behavioral science, interceptive orthodontics, and dental age prediction.
- AI aids in identifying teeth and enhancing overall patient care.
- AI models assist clinicians in identifying increased risks for dental diseases at both individual and community levels.
Conclusions:
- AI serves as a valuable tool for clinicians in pediatric dentistry.
- AI can support preventive school health programs and dental education for students and parents.
- Continued technological advancements promise further innovations in AI for pediatric oral health.
