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Cornelia C Walther1, Mel Mupparapu2
1School of Dental Medicine, Center for Integrated Global Oral Health (CIGOH), University of Pennsylvania, 240 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
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This article examines the transformative potential of ProSocial Artificial Intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing oral health care. ProSocial AI emphasizes prevention over treatment, empowering patients through autonomy, personalized support, and shared decision-making. Key applications include predictive analytics for early disease detection, AI-driven telemedicine for underserved populations, and continuous professional education for practitioners. The article highlights the necessity of ethical AI deployment to ensure transparency, equity, and sustainability, advocating collaboration across disciplines to reframe oral health as a cornerstone of global health and human development. AI is increasingly transforming dental specialties by enhancing diagnostic accuracy, streamlining treatment planning, and improving patient outcomes.
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