Artificial intelligence in Dentistry: Clinical Impact and future perspectives
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has shifted from being a promise to becoming a tangible reality across dental domains —imaging diagnostics, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, implantology, prosthodontics, and digital lab workflows— offering AI-augmented workflows that promise precision, predictability, and equity. Yet, the gap between "laboratory accuracy" and real-world clinical effectiveness persists. This editorial synthesizes current advances, limitations, and future directions for responsible adoption.
- Artificial intelligence
- dentistry
- digital dentistry
- digital smile design
- mathcing learning
- dental implants
- prosthodontics
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