Impact of Digital Innovations in Preventive Dentistry

Abstract

The rapid evolution of digital technology has fundamentally changed the landscape of preventive dentistry, ushering in a new era of innovation with tools like digital radiographs, 3D printing, intraoral scanners, augmented and virtual reality, artificial intelligence, teledentistry, internet of dental things, and mobile applications. This chapter aims to analyze the transformation of preventive dentistry through digital innovations, examining the revolutionary impact of technological tools on the approach to oral disease prevention. By conducting a narrative review of articles in both English and Spanish sourced from reputable databases such as Pubmed, Google Scholar, and SciELO spanning from 2019 to June 2024, the potential of digital technologies in revolutionizing oral health management is highlighted. An analysis of how these technological tools are reshaping the delivery of preventive dental care showcases the boundless opportunities that digital advancements bring to the field of dentistry.