The Expanding Role of Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: A Cross-Specialty Chairside Perspective

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool in healthcare, with dentistry increasingly integrating AI technologies to enhance diagnostics, treatment planning, patient monitoring, and clinical outcomes. The dental field, with its strong reliance on imaging, precision, and personalized care, offers fertile ground for AI-driven innovation. This narrative review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current and emerging applications of AI across all major dental specialties. It explores the integration of AI technologies within clinical, educational, and administrative contexts. A literature search was conducted for English-language articles. The review synthesizes findings related to AI applications across dental specialties. AI has the potential to reshape dental care by enhancing precision, efficiency, and accessibility. Continued research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethical implementation are essential to ensure that AI serves as a supportive, equitable, and reliable force in modern dentistry.