Why AI is an Essential Tool for Dentists

There’s no way AI could ever replace dentists, but it can offer valuable insights for better decision-making, making it easier to detect conditions early and create personalized treatment plans. With AI, dentists can focus more on patient care while benefiting from smarter, data-driven guidance.

Dental practices that adopt AI dental software do so because it works, not just to follow trends. With AI solutions, you’ll experience:

• Improved diagnoses: Machine learning algorithms meticulously analyze dental images, enabling early and precise detection of dental issues. For instance, studies show that AI can improve diagnostic accuracy.

• Reduced administrative workload: Automating routine tasks like data entry and appointment scheduling gives dental professionals more time for patient care and minimizes errors.

• Optimized treatment plans: AI systems analyze patient histories and health data to create personalized treatment strategies.

1. Overjet: AI-Powered Dental Intelligence for Smarter Diagnoses

Overjet brings AI precision to dental imaging and diagnostics. Instead of relying solely on human interpretation, Overjet’s AI analyzes X-rays in real-time, helping you spot issues faster and with greater accuracy. This means better diagnoses, clearer patient communication, and more confident treatment planning.

What makes Overjet stand out?

• AI-powered X-ray analysis – Instantly detects cavities, bone loss, and other conditions, giving you objective, data-backed insights.

• Color-coded visualizations – Highlights problem areas directly on the X-ray, making it easier for both you and your patients to understand.

• Consistent & accurate diagnoses – Eliminates variability in readings, so you get reliable results every time.

• AI case prioritization – Identifies high-risk patients and helps you focus on urgent cases first.

• Seamless integration – Works with most practice management and imaging systems, so you don’t have to overhaul your workflow.

• Improved patient trust – When patients can see clear, AI-backed evidence of their condition, they’re more likely to accept treatment.

2. Pearl: AI That Sees What You Might Miss

Pearl AI scans X-rays with incredible accuracy, catching issues that might be easy to overlook before they turn into bigger problems. With FDA-cleared technology, Pearl helps you diagnose with confidence, back up your findings with data, and give your patients a clearer understanding of their oral health.

How Pearl’s AI helps you work smarter:

• Automatic x-ray analysis – Identifies decay, bone loss, and more with precision, reducing the chance of missed diagnoses.

• Consistent & unbiased detection – Removes human variability, so every image is evaluated with the same high level of accuracy.

• Side-by-side comparisons – Tracks changes over time, making it easy to show patients how their condition is progressing.

• AI-generated case notes – Provides objective findings that can be added to patient records, saving you time on documentation.

• Seamless integration – Works with your existing imaging software.

• Patient-friendly visuals – Highlights problem areas on X-rays, making it easier to explain why treatment is needed.

3. VideaHealth: AI That Helps You Catch More, Diagnose Faster

VideaHealth is designed to help you catch cavities, bone loss, and other issues with precision, and gives you the confidence to diagnose accurately and communicate findings clearly to patients. The AI runs in the background, scanning images in real time, so you can focus on patient care instead of second-guessing results.

How VideaHealth’s AI makes your job easier:

• Instant analysis – Detects decay, infections, and other conditions within seconds.

• AI-backed consistency – Reduces variability between providers, so diagnoses stay accurate and standardized across your practice.

• Visual markups for clarity – Highlights areas of concern on X-rays, making it easier to discuss findings with patients.

• Tech integration – Works with your existing imaging software, so you don’t have to change the way you work.

• AI risk assessment – Flags potential issues early, helping you prioritize patients who need attention the most.

4. Denti.AI: AI That Speeds Up Charting & Diagnoses

Denti.AI automates periodontal charting and X-ray analysis, reducing manual input and improving diagnostic accuracy. Its AI-powered radiograph interpretation detects cavities, bone loss, and root fractures in seconds, while its voice-controlled charting feature records probing depths and gum recession.

How Denti.AI improves your workflow:

• AI-powered x-ray interpretation – Detects cavities, root fractures, and bone loss with high precision.

• Voice-controlled periodontal charting – No need to type—just speak measurements, and the AI accurately records probing depths, recession, and bleeding points.

• Automated tooth numbering and charting – AI recognizes and labels teeth on X-rays instantly, speeding up documentation.

• Real-time AI insights – Provides immediate analysis on patient images, helping you make informed treatment decisions faster.

• More efficient documentation – Generates accurate notes based on AI findings.

5. DentalMonitoring: AI That Keeps You Connected with Your Patients

DentalMonitoring brings advanced AI technology to your practice, allowing you to monitor and engage with patients remotely. This platform analyzes images taken with a smartphone, detecting and reporting on over 130 oral events.

Key features:

• Remote monitoring – Patients use the DentalMonitoring app and ScanBox pro to send photos of their teeth, enabling you to review their progress without in-person visits. ​

• AI analysis – The system's AI analyzes these images, estimating tooth movement and identifying oral conditions.

• Customized protocols – Set up personalized workflows and automated messages based on specific treatment situations.

• Patient app – Through the DentalMonitoring app, patients can securely send scans and receive instructions.

• Integration – The platform integrates with various practice management systems, streamlining patient data management and monitoring processes.

6. HeyGent: Your AI-Powered Dental Receptionist

HeyGent is an AI virtual receptionist designed to streamline your dental practice's patient communication and appointment scheduling.  By automating many routine tasks, HeyGent reduces phone call volume for your staff, minimizes no-shows, and keeps your schedule full without extra effort.

What makes HeyGent great:

• Automated response to missed calls – HeyGent immediately addresses missed calls, so no patient query goes unanswered.

• 24/7 appointment scheduling – Patients can book appointments at any time.

• Powerful analytics – Gain insights into appointment trends and practice performance with detailed analytics.

• Multilocation support – Manage multiple practice locations with multiuser privileges, making it ideal for Dental Service Organizations (DSOs).

• Integration capabilities: HeyGent integrates with your existing practice management software.

7. CareStack: Streamline Your Dental Practice Management with AI

CareStack is a cloud-based dental practice management software with built-in AI tools designed to improve efficiency and patient care. It automates routine tasks, analyzes data, and provides intelligent insights, all of which reduces administrative workload and helps you make more informed decisions.

What makes CareStack stand out:

• AI phone system – Analyze phone calls, identify missed opportunities, and boost new patient growth with real-time call transcriptions and AI-generated alerts.

• Automated X-ray analysis – Through integration with Overjet's AI, CareStack automatically analyzes X-rays to assist in patient education and treatment planning.

• Disease detection – In partnership with Pearl.ai, CareStack offers advanced AI capabilities to detect various dental conditions from patient X-rays.

• Integrated patient communication – AI phone integrations manage patient interactions, including appointment reminders and follow-ups. 

• Comprehensive practice management: Beyond AI features, CareStack offers tools for scheduling, billing, and clinical documentation, all within a single platform.

8. Denota.ai: Streamline Your Dental Documentation with AI

Denota.ai is an AI-powered dental note-taking tool that turns brief inputs into complete, structured patient notes in seconds. Instead of manually typing long records, you can dictate findings or select from pre-built templates, and the AI generates clear, professional documentation instantly.

Top features include:

• AI-generated Dental Notes – With just a few inputs, Denota.ai crafts detailed, professional dental notes in under 15 seconds.

• Voice-to-notes functionality – Prefer speaking over typing? Denota.ai's advanced voice recognition allows you to dictate notes, which the AI then formats into structured documentation.

• Customizable templates – Access over 40 preset dental procedure templates or tailor your own.

• Smart financial analytics – Monitor earnings, expenses, and procedure statistics through intuitive dashboards, and get valuable insights into your practice's financial health.

• Procedure statistics tracking: Keep tabs on the frequency and profitability of various procedures, helping you identify trends and opportunities within your practice.

10. PreVu Dental: Helping Patients Visualize Their New Smiles

PreVu Dental offers cosmetic simulation and smile design software that enables your patients to see potential smile enhancements before committing to treatment. The software helps increase patient interest and acceptance of cosmetic procedures such as veneers, implants, orthodontics, and teeth whitening.​

Key features include:

• Instant smile simulations – Quickly create visual representations of potential cosmetic outcomes.

• User-friendly interface – Designed for ease of use, any team member can generate simulations without requiring extensive training.​

• Cost-effective solution – More affordable than outsourcing imaging services, PreVu offers flexible pricing plans, including multiple licenses and discounts for practices with multiple locations.​

• Improved patient communication – Provides practice-branded printouts and email options of before-and-after images.

• Marketing support – Features like the doctor locator on the PreVu patient site and customizable materials help broaden your practice's reach and influence.

Balance AI Innovation with Human Expertise

The most successful dental practices will be those that thoughtfully integrate AI tools while investing in the human relationships that remain at the heart of quality dental care.

Technology can streamline workflows, but maintaining a strong, reliable team is just as important. Staffing shortages and last-minute scheduling gaps create stress for both patients and providers. Teero helps dental offices connect with experienced hygienists, allowing you to fill openings quickly and maintain high-quality standards.

If you're looking to strengthen both your technology and your team, explore how Teero can help keep your practice running smoothly. Give us a call to learn more.