AI in Dentistry: Case Studies

Real-world clinical applications of AI — how dentists are using it in practice

Case studies in this section illustrate how AI is being implemented in real dental clinical environments — from single-chair practices to multi-specialty dental hospitals. Our focus is on practical, reproducible learnings rather than idealized scenarios.

Case Study Format

Each case study follows a structured clinical format: Clinical Setting → Problem → AI Tool Used → Workflow → Outcome → Limitations → Clinical Takeaway. All patient information is de-identified. AI tool performance is reported objectively including limitations.

Upcoming Case Studies

  • AI-assisted periapical lesion detection in a busy endodontic practice — workflow integration and false positive management
  • Using ChatGPT for daily clinical documentation — a 3-month trial by a general dentist in Pune
  • AI aligner planning for a Class II malocclusion — comparing AI prediction to clinical outcome
  • Implementing AI radiograph analysis in a dental college OPD — accuracy, acceptance, and workflow challenges
  • AI-powered bone volume assessment for implant planning in compromised ridges

Contribute a Case Study: Are you a dentist using AI in your practice? We invite clinicians to share de-identified case reports. Contact us at editor@aidentistry.in with your case summary.