Title : Digital applications in endodontics
Abstract:
Digital technology has become an integral component of modern endodontic practice, revolutionizing various aspects of diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care. This presentation explores the multifaceted role of digital technology in endodontics, encompassing imaging techniques, software applications, and emerging innovations. Digital imaging modalities, such as intraoral radiography and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), offer unparalleled advantages in visualizing intricate root canal anatomy, facilitating precise diagnosis, and guiding minimally invasive treatment strategies. Advanced software tools augment diagnostic accuracy through image enhancement, 3D reconstruction, and virtual treatment planning, enabling clinicians to tailor individualized treatment approaches effectively. Moreover, digital impression systems and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology streamline restorative workflows, ensuring the fabrication of precise and aesthetically pleasing dental prostheses. Emerging trends like virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) simulations hold promise in enhancing endodontic education, training, and procedural planning, while artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms and tele-endodontics pave the way for automated diagnosis and remote consultation. By harnessing digital workflows, modern endodontic practitioners can optimize clinical outcomes, enhance patient satisfaction, and propel the field toward a future characterized by precision, efficiency, and innovation.
Audience Take Away:
- Understand the use of digital technologies in the field of endodontics.
- Identify the advantages and limitations of digital technologies in endodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Discuss emerging trends and future directions in digital endodontics, including artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms for automated diagnosis, robotic-assisted endodontic surgery, and tele-endodontics for remote consultation and treatment delivery.
- Formulate strategies for implementing digital workflows and integrating digital technologies effectively to enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and overall practice efficiency in endodontics.
