Repairing More Than Teeth: Dentists’ Innovative Approaches to Counter Infrastructure Failures

Abstract

This review highlights an unexpected dimension of dentistry: its contributions to addressing critical infrastructure challenges. Dentists bring unique expertise in precision, materials science, and procedural innovation, which are now being applied to tackle broader societal problems, such as repairing public utilities, enhancing hospital facilities, and developing solutions in resource-limited settings. By collaborating with engineers, architects, and community planners, dental professionals have transcended their traditional roles to become active agents of infrastructure improvement. This document explores case studies and interdisciplinary approaches that illustrate how dentists are innovatively bridging the gap between healthcare and public infrastructure, offering a model for addressing complex global challenges.