Advancements in Dental Care: Shaping the Future of Oral Health

Abstract

Background
Discover new technologies of Artificial Intelligence(AI), 3D printing, teledentistry, and regenerative dentistry that are revolutionizing dental care through changes. It explores innovations that address the rising prevalence of oral diseases, accessibility issues, and demand for personalized care.
Objectives
The impact of emerging dental technologies on treatment efficacy, patient satisfaction, and access to their services will be evaluated, while identifying barriers to their adoption.
Methods
This study was performed across 25 dental care facilities in the United States and Europe using mixed (qualitative and quantitative) methods. Diagnostic accuracy (e.g., 97 %), procedural efficiency (e.g., 78 %-time reduction), and patient satisfaction (Likert scale). Qualitative insights were obtained from patient surveys and interviews with the practitioners. Relationships among variables were assessed using statistical analyses, including t-tests and correlation analyses.
Results
The detection accuracy of oral diseases was 92%, significantly outperforming traditional methods (78%, p < 0.01), 3D printing cuts procedure times by 35%, and telemedicine improves access for 22% of rural patients and shortens wait from 15 to 5 days. Enhanced patient satisfaction was associated with regenerative dentistry (average 4.8/5). Barrier access key was high costs (68% of practitioners identified this point), training gaps (45% of practitioners), and regulatory challenges related to regenerative dentistry trials (75%).
Conclusion
In the future, dental care will be improved by emerging technologies that lead to better outcomes, satisfaction, and accessibility. However, widespread adoption will require overcoming barriers, such as cost, training, and regulatory hurdles. This ultimately allows for the possibility of a patient-and technology— centered future in dental care.