ETHICAL USE OF AI IN DENTISTRY

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that aims to create a machine (algorithm-software) that can mimic intelligent human behavior. In order to respect human-technology interaction in a clinical environment, AI in medicine and dentistry should have a complementary role in the work of clinical practitioners. In dentistry , various software-type algorithms are used as the basic application of AI, which is expected to improve the accuracy of dental diagnosis, provide visualization of anatomical guidelines during treatment, and, due to the possibility of analyzing large amounts of data, predict the occurrence and prognosis of oral diseases. Conscientious and ethical AI use in dentistry has to consider: (1) when to apply AI and (2) how to use AI appropriately and responsibly. Patients should be notified about how their data is used, also about the involvement of AI-based decision-making, especially if there is a lack of regulatory policy if AI is utilized to diminish costs rather than improve the health of patients or if the dentist has a conflict of interest. As many dentists are speeding in the direction of integrating AI systems into diagnostics, prognostics, and dental treatment, the legal and ethical questions are becoming even more pertinent.