Year: 2024 | Month: January-March | Volume: 9 | Issue: 1 | Pages: 195-201
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijshr.20240125
Digitalization in Periodontics: Unlocking Potential and Possibilities
Dr. Shreekala Subhash Borker
Department of Periodontics, Goa Dental College and Hospital, Goa University, Bambolim, India.
ABSTRACT
The field of periodontics has undergone a transformative evolution with the integration of digital technologies. This abstract explores the impact of digitalization on periodontics, focusing on key aspects such as diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient engagement. Digital imaging, including digital radiography and intraoral scanners, has revolutionized the precision and efficiency of periodontal diagnostics. Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technologies have enhanced treatment planning, allowing for customized and accurate solutions in periodontal interventions. Teledentistry has emerged as a valuable tool, facilitating remote consultations and increasing accessibility to periodontal care. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) streamline patient management, improving communication among healthcare providers. Precision dentistry, guided by advanced software, ensures optimal outcomes in periodontal surgeries. The incorporation of augmented and virtual reality in periodontal education enhances the learning experience for students and professionals. Digital platforms, such as websites and mobile apps, play a pivotal role in patient engagement and education, empowering individuals to actively participate in their periodontal health. As digitalization continues to advance, periodontics stands at the forefront of innovation, offering a more efficient, precise, and patient-centric approach to the prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases.
Keywords: Teledentistry, Electronic health records, Artificial Intelligence, 3D printing, Digital Imaging, Periodontal disease