The Revolutionary Impact of AI on Dentistry and the Unintended Consequences: Will Dentists Survive?

About this Seminar

Join us for a captivating lecture delving into the groundbreaking fusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and dentistry, exploring its revolutionary impact and the intricate web of unintended consequences it weaves. Discover how Al-driven technologies are reshaping diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care in dentistry, promising unparalleled precision and efficiency. However, delve deeper, and we uncover the nuanced challenges and ethical dilemmas accompanying this technological evolution. From concerns about data privacy to the potential displacement of traditional dental practices, this lecture navigates the complex terrain where innovation meets responsibility. Embark on a journey to understand the transformative power of AI in dentistry.  

Learning Objectives:  

1. Understand the transformative potential of Al in dentistry, exploring diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care, while delving into the ethical considerations.  


2. Explore practical applications of AI technologies in dentistry, from diagnostic to administrative tasks, and discuss strategies for integrating these innovations.  


3. Examine the unintended consequences of AI adoption in dentistry, including privacy, data security, and patient-doctor relationships. 

Presenters

About Dr. Peter Fritz

B.Sc., D.D.S., F.R.C.D.(C), Ph.D (Perio), M.B.A., LL.M.

Peter C. Fritz, B.Sc., D.D.S., F.R.C.D.(C), Ph.D (Perio), M.B.A., LL.M. Certified Specialist in Periodontics. Chair, Task Force on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Digital Technology, Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Michael DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University. Adjunct Professor, Centre for Bone and Muscle Health, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, Brock University. Staff Periodontist, Niagara Health System. Fellow, International Team For Implantology.