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GP SPRING 2019 However, there are disadvantages
From the Editor
and concerns to consider. Heavy re-
By Janice Pliszczak, DDS, MS, MBA, MAGD
SPRING 2019
and Analia Veitz-Keenan, DDS, FAGD
liance on AI could reduce the devel-
The Journal of the opment of clinical skills among new
dentists, potentially leading to overde-
New York State Academy pendence on technology.
of General Dentistry
Furthermore, AI systems are only as
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Janice Pliszczak, DDS, MS, MBA, MAGD Opportunities and Challenges patient information.
Editor
Analia Veitz-Keenan, DDS, FAGD Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly Another growing concern is the use of
Co-Editor reshaping dentistry, offering exciting AI by dental insurance companies. AI
Paula Bostick possibilities for improving patient care, algorithms could be used to automat-
Executive Director diagnosis, and efficiency. As AI contin-
ues to evolve, it is poised to become ically evaluate claims and treatment
2025 Executive Council plans, potentially leading to more deni-
an essential tool in modern dental prac-
President – Analia Veitz-Keenan, DDS, FAGD tice—but not without its challenges. als of coverage if the system deems cer-
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Among the key advantages, AI-driv- on rigid data analysis rather than indi-
President-Elect – James Keenan, DDS, MAGD vidual patient needs. This could create
NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street, en diagnostic tools can analyze dental
New York, NY 10010 images with remarkable precision, de- conflicts between dental professionals’
Treasurer – Joseph DiDonato, III, DDS, MBA, FAGD tecting caries at earlier stages than the clinical judgment and insurance com-
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Secretary – Katayoon Noroozi-Leibowitz, DDS enhance treatment planning—virtual and access to necessary treatments.
NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street,
New York, NY 10010 simulations of orthodontic adjustments The future of AI in dentistry is unde-
Editor – Janice Pliszczak, DDS, MS, MBA, MAGD or implant placements help dentists
4827 Broad Road, Syracuse, NY 13215 and patients make clinical decisions. niably promising. It offers efficiency,
National Trustee – Ira Levine, DDS, MAGD accuracy, and the potential for high-
111 North Central Park Avenue, Suite 208, Additionally, AI seems helpful in ly personalized care. Yet, it is vital to
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streamlining administrative tasks such maintain a careful balance—leveraging
Regional Director – Seung-Hee Rhee, DDS, MAGD AI as a powerful tool while preserving
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patient record management, freeing up the human expertise, empathy, and pa-
Immediate Past-President – Shahram (Sean) Shekib,
DDS, JD, FAGD, FICD, FAADS, FPFA, FACD valuable time for dental professionals tient trust that remain at the heart of
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to focus on patient care. Predictive dental practice.
analytics may allow dentists to cre-
GP – Journal of the New York State Academy of ate personalized preventive care plans
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