AI-powered shift in dental care has arrived

Artificial intelligence-based tools could revolutionize dental care in the coming years, according to a news article from Forbes.

Experts cited in the article explained that dental clinics that have adopted AI tools have already reported operational efficiency and a positive return on investment. AI tools have been shown to be effective in detecting oral diseases and aiding in treatment decision-making. Additionally, the tools have helped improve claim denials, accelerate reimbursements, cut overhead costs and increase monthly savings. Some dental clinics have also used AI to streamline appointment scheduling, reduce administrative errors, transform their services.

The experts advised dental clinics considering the implementation of AI tools to establish baseline metrics to determine whether the tools could enhance the practice, incorporate AI into the dental team’s biggest practice pain points initially, invest in change management utilizing unified platforms that meet the integration requirements and use AI to augment clinical judgment while avoiding sacrificing relationships with patients.

The experts concluded that by adopting AI tools into everyday dental operations, clinics can lead the way in evolving with advancing technology.

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