POSSIBILITIES OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ORTHODONTICS, CURRENT STATUS AND PROSPECTS. LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

Introduction. In recent decades, we have witnessed enormous changes in our profession. The emergence of new, more modern technologies in orthodontic treatment, the transition to a fully digital work protocol, new visualization methods – all this is being created and integrated so that clinicians have the opportunity to optimize the workflow and improve their methods of providing orthodontic care to patients. The use of artificial intelligence has grown significantly in recent years to improve the accuracy and efficiency of diagnostics, and this knowledge is the basis for predicting treatment.However, the introduction of these technologies based on artificial intelligence does not change the fact that healthcare professionals, with their own knowledge gained through specialized education and years of experience, are the ones who ultimately have to make the diagnosis and choose the best treatment plan.Methodology and research methods. The purpose of the study is to analyze available sources of scientific and medical information devoted to the application of artificial intelligence in orthodontics. The included studies prove that artificial intelligence is a reliable tool that makes orthodontic treatment faster, more economical, more convenient, and more predictable. In dentistry, artificial intelligence has become popular over the past few decades, particularly in orthodontics, where it is needed for diagnosis, determining the need for treatment, cephalometry, treatment planning, treatment prediction, and orthognathic manipulations.Summary of the main research material. The latest technological innovations in orthodontics, including KPCT and 3D imaging, intraoral scanners, facial scanners, software capabilities for instant dental modeling, and new device developments using robotics and 3D printing, are changing the face of medical care and are rapidly integrating into dentistry. These tools allow for a better understanding of the patient’s anatomy and can create dynamic, patient-specific anatomical reconstructions, thus enabling 3D treatment planning.Conclusions: Despite the great potential of AI in orthodontics to make the diagnostic process more accurate and efficient, working with AI has not yet become a mainstream tool in everyday orthodontic practice. Although AI can increase diagnostic accuracy, it cannot completely replace human intelligence, but it can significantly improve treatment outcomes, increase cost- effectiveness and efficiency.