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Artificial intelligence (AI) has had a profound impact on healthcare, with AI systems contributing to various aspects of dentistry including clinical decision-making, diagnostics and personalised care plans.These advances are only going to continue, meaning the dental students of today must be well educated on the topic of AI, especially with regards to ensuring its safe and responsible use.This Open Access article aims to explore the possible impact of AI, looking at both the challenges and opportunities of incorporating AI education frameworks into existing, traditional dental curricula.The authors argue that AI must act as a complementary tool to clinical expertise and skill, rather than a replacement, and that understanding a future shaped by AI will allow our future dental workforce to be competent, confident and responsible AI users.neurodevelopmental condition which persists throughout life, with estimates suggesting 1.1% of adults in England have autism.Advances in autism research have come with progress in international policy, which advocates for improvements in awareness, dignity, non-discrimination, and inclusion/acceptance in society for people with autism.However, people with autism are more likely to experience difficulties in access to dental care, poorer health outcomes than those of the general population, and increased risk of medical and dental comorbidities.As such, dental health professionals need to understand the diverse needs and complexities associated with autism.This two-part article aims to explore the barriers encountered as well as practical recommendations in addressing the specific needs of individuals with autism, including communication, training or specific accommodations to improve access and quality of dental care for those with autism.