AI systems, particularly those using machine learning, can quickly analyze these images and detect signs of caries. They save time and can improve the accuracy of diagnosis by catching early-stage caries that the human eye may miss [16]. AI can also be used to predict the risk of dental caries.

Imaging and diagnosis: Artificial/augmented intelligence algorithms are being developed and deployed to analyze dental images, such as radiographs and intraoral scans, to assist dentists in detecting and diagnosing oral diseases with greater accuracy and efficiency.

Overjet has raised $53.2 million from investors led by March Capital to develop and expand an AI platform that helps diagnose disease from scans and other data, aiming to make trips to the dentist easier for patients and insurers.

'Artificial intelligence (AI) will not replace dentists; it will help make their clinical outcomes more predictable', says Professor Falk Schwendicke. 'Empowering your dental practice using AI and diagnostics' was the subject of the latest in the Digital Excellence Series by Align Education.