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Abstract

Background: Machine learning (ML) is a key component of artificial intelligence (AI). The terms machine learning, artificial intelligence, and deep learning are erroneously used interchangeably as they appear as monolithic nebulous entities. This technology offers immense possibilities and opportunities to advance diagnostics in the field of medicine and dentistry. This necessitates a deep understanding of AI and its essential components, such as machine learning (ML), artificial neural networks (ANN), and deep learning (DP). Aim: This review aims to enlighten clinicians regarding AI and its applications in the diagnosis of oral diseases, along with the prospects and challenges involved. Review results: AI has been used in the diagnosis of various oral diseases, such as dental caries, maxillary sinus diseases, periodontal diseases, salivary gland diseases, TMJ disorders, and oral cancer through clinical data and diagnostic images. Larger data sets would enable AI to predict the occurrence of precancerous conditions. They can aid in population-wide surveillance and decide on referrals to specialists. AI can efficiently detect microfeatures beyond the human eye and augment its predictive power in critical diagnosis. Conclusion: Although studies have recognized the benefit of AI, the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning has not been integrated into routine dentistry. AI is still in the research phase. The coming decade will see immense changes in diagnosis and healthcare built on the back of this research. Clinical significance: This paper reviews the various applications of AI in dentistry and illuminates the shortcomings faced while dealing with AI research and suggests ways to tackle them. Overcoming these pitfalls will aid in integrating AI seamlessly into dentistry.

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Title
Artificial Intelligence in the Diagnosis of Oral Diseases: Applications and Pitfalls
Author
Patil, Shankargouda 1   VIAFID ORCID Logo  ; Albogami, Sarah 2   VIAFID ORCID Logo  ; Hosmani, Jagadish 3   VIAFID ORCID Logo  ; Mujoo, Sheetal 4 ; Mona Awad Kamil 5 ; Manawar Ahmad Mansour 6 ; Hina Naim Abdul 6 ; Bhandi, Shilpa 7 ; Shiek S S J Ahmed 8 

 Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Diagnostic Sciences, Division of Oral Pathology, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia 
 Department of Biotechnology, College of Science, Taif University, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] 
 Department of Diagnostic Dental Sciences, Oral Pathology Division, Faculty of Dentistry, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha 61411, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] 
 Division of Oral Medicine & Radiology, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] 
 Department of Preventive Dental Science, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] 
 Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] (M.A.M.); [email protected] (H.N.A.) 
 Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, Division of Operative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia; [email protected] 
 Multi-Omics and Drug Discovery Lab, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Chennai 600130, India; [email protected] 
First page
1029
Publication year
2022
Publication date
2022
Publisher
MDPI AG
e-ISSN
20754418
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2670132376
Copyright
© 2022 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Notwithstanding the ProQuest Terms and Conditions, you may use this content in accordance with the terms of the License.