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improved treatment techniques to offer diagnostic and
therapeutic guidance for individual patients.
As there is an integration of algorithms, it has become
possible to accumulate health data, specifically, genomic
data. this development has helped dental professionals get a
deeper understanding of individuals' systems and hence can
offer personalised care. With artificial tools having access to
such customized information, it has made it easier for
dental professionals to offer the best possible treatment.
Ÿ Smart Toothbrush
In the current times our houses are connected with smart
devices, so why let bathrooms be an exception. Even
though it feels a bit strange to put a sensor in your mouth, it
helps in maintaining your oral hygiene a lot easier.
There are various numbers of smart electric toothbrushes
available in the market. They offer fun games for kids
which help them to keep up with the healthy habit of
cleaning their teeth regularly. These toothbrushes are
connected with mobile apps. They provide real-time
feedback warning you if you are applying too much
pressure brushing, where you are brushing and even guide
you into the proper way of brushing.
Ÿ Augmented Reality (AR)
All of us are very familiar with Augmented Reality through
social media apps like Instagram and Snapchat. These apps
use the same technology to superimpose filters on your face
while taking selfies with a dog face filter. It is interesting
how AR has found a home in dentistry for both academic
and clinical purposes.
It is interesting how AR is paired with the mannequin in
dental schools. This technology has helped students
perform procedures while receiving instant feedback while
tracking every step. It has helped students identify which
steps of the procedure they need to improve, while also
sharpening their skills.
While on the other hand, this technology is more prevalent
in reconstructive and aesthetic procedures in dental
practice. It helps patients know what they will look like
after the treatment. The development of AR apps has made
this technology handy. Patients can have access to such
apps on their phones or tablet cameras to overview a virtual
depiction of the improved set of their teeth before the start
of the procedure. This helps the dentist and the patients to
configure the features of their teeth before they even enter
the surgery room.
Ÿ Teledentistry
Small kids have always been reluctant to go to the dentist.
Apart from children, patients with special needs or the
elderly in nursing homes face a lot of issues commuting
physically to the dentist. Additionally, people who live in
remote or rural areas, rarely have access to a dentist and
rarely have the possibility of choice. This has changed
significantly with the spread of teledentistry.
Teledentistry offers easier access to oral and dental care.
This technology provides an all-in-one platform allowing
patients to consult with otherwise unavailable medical
professionals. It comes up with a camera feature that the
patient can use for capturing images and sending relevant
information to the dentist remotely while also engaging in a
live consultancy.
Such a service allows dentists to start a video chat with
patients and their caregivers so that the dental professionals
can see the problem, build a report to help connect them,
and if necessary, even bring them to the clinic.
Ÿ Computer Assisted Design and 3D printing
Computer-assisted design (CAD) and Computer-assisted
manufacture (CAM), including 3D printing has
revolutionized the dental sector. These technologies have
helped cut costs and made dental help more accessible and
effective by creating digital labs.
The discovery of 3D printers has enabled the production of
customized orthodontic models, aligners, retainers, and
more dental equipment faster and precisely; traditionally it
would require a lot of time. It has helped improve the
workflow and reduced the possibility of errors.
It is amazing how the dental world has been involved
because of technological advancements which were always
at the disposal of both the patients as well as professionals.
The task of practitioners will always be up to date with the
technology for improved and effective treatments.
- Shrutika Khedekar
22 | February 2022 | www.insightssuccess.in