Authors : Dhwani Patel; Nabiha Syeda; Priya Gurung; Rabia Zarrin; Nikhitha Asuri; Meghana Reddy Kallu

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 2 - February

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Abstract : Forget about the old guessing games in dentistry, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we spot dental caries, removing the guesswork out of early detection and diagnosis. Dental professionals have long faced the limitations of visual exams and standard X-rays. Early decay especially those tricky spots hiding between teeth rarely show themselves until the damage is done. AI turns that challenge on its head. Trained with millions of expertly labeled X-rays, modern AI systems aren’t just fast, but very accurate too. The best of these digital "assistants" routinely achieve accuracy rates between 85% and 99% across bitewing, panoramic, and periapical radiographs. AI can spot subtle changes, catch what even sharp-eyed dentists might miss, and do it without fatigue or bias. And this isn't just concept, FDA have cleared platforms like Overjet and Videa Health and they are already in real clinics, helping dentists deliver more accurate diagnoses and improve patient trust. However, there are still difficulties, ranging from data quality and integration issues to legal questions around liability. Bottom line? AI in dentistry isn't some long promise or concept, it's here and growing fast, setting new standard for dental care today. With clinical research and real evidence from thousands of patient cases, these technologies increasing the standard for accuracy, accessibility, and trust at every visit.

Keywords : AI Dental Caries Detection; AI Algorithm; Dental Image Evaluation; AI/ML in Dentistry; Modern Technology;

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