Periodontics Redefined: Trailblazing Breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Abstract Periodontal diseases, which include gingivitis and periodontitis, are inflammatory conditions affecting the supporting structures of teeth, with multifactorial etiology involving microbial, genetic, and systemic factors. Accurate diagnosis, risk assessment, and treatment planning remain challenging in complex conditions, like periodontitis. Artificial intelligence (AI) offers promising solutions in periodontics through machine learning, deep learning, and convolutional neural networks, enabling early disease detection, prediction of progression, and treatment planning. AI applications include periodontal disease classification, radiographic analysis, implant planning, and patient education. Integration of AI support for clinicians in delivering precise, patient centered periodontal care while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration can open the doors to great avenues in terms of precision dentistry.