Application of AI in Conservative dentistry and Endodontics. Artificial Intelligence in Endodontics and Dental Practice: A New Era

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly developing field of computer science that enables machines to perform tasks requiring human intelligence such as learning, decision-making, and pattern recognition. In dentistry, AI has emerged as a powerful tool that enhances diagnostic accuracy, improves treatment planning, and increases clinical efficiency. AI primarily works through machine learning, artificial neural networks, and deep learning, especially convolutional neural networks (CNNs), which are highly effective in analyzing dental images such as radiographs and CBCT scans.AI is important to dental professionals because it provides precise diagnosis, early disease detection, and evidence-based treatment recommendations. By analyzing large datasets of radiographs and patient records, AI can detect subtle pathological changes that may be missed by the human eye, enabling early intervention and better prognosis. Predictive modeling allows dentists to assess the risk of dental diseases like caries and periodontitis and plan preventive strategies.