The Role of Medicine and Technology in Shaping the Future of Oral Health

Nayyar, Namrata; Ojcius, David M.; Dugoni, Arthur A.

doi:10.1080/19424396.2020.12222558

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“…In addition, digital health technologies can improve the health literacy of community members regarding oral hygiene and can advertise and promote a variety of appropriate interventions necessary in different periods of life, such as special education programs for children, mothers, and older adults [ 57 ]. In addition, new knowledge and technologies can potentially create tremendous changes in diagnosing and managing oral and dental diseases [ 8 , 58 ]. In addition, nanotechnology in dentistry has received serious attention in recent years [ 59 ], and nanotechnology is practical in various fields of dentistry, from diagnosis to prevention and treatment [ 60 ].…”

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“…Studies on the burden of diseases in 2017 have indicated that oral diseases affect more than half of the world’s population [ 4 , 5 ].Various studies have confirmed the relationship between oral and dental health and the physical, mental, and social aspects of health, highlighting its importance as one of the essential components of public health [ 7 ]. Taking care of oral and dental health is a gateway for early diagnosis and prevention of many oral as well as many systemic diseases [ 8 ]. Based on the common risk factors approach, oral diseases are considered a risk factor in developing or increasing the severity of systemic conditions [ 9 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Based on the common risk factors approach, oral diseases are considered a risk factor in developing or increasing the severity of systemic conditions [ 9 ]. For example, evidence shows that oral diseases can significantly affect the development of systemic conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, various cancers, and cognitive decline [ 8 ]. Additionally, oral diseases can lead to other complications, such as swallowing, chewing, as well as speech problems, impacting sleep quality and productivity [ 10 ].…”

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Key factors in the future of oral and dental health in Iran using scenario writing approach

Mehrolhassani,

Mozhdehifard,

Rahimisadegh

2024

BMC Oral Health

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Background Oral and dental health can significantly impact individuals’ quality of life. The World Health Organization introduces oral health as one of the essential priorities of public health worldwide. Given the lack of studies on the future of oral and dental health in Iran, this study used a futures studies approach to identify the factors in oral and dental health in Iran through scenario writing. Methods This study was conducted in three stages including the scenario writing approach, qualitative methods, and exploratory future research. First, potential variables affecting future oral and dental health systems were extracted through interviews. The focus group discussion determined the uncertainty and importance of the variables. Then, the cross-impact balance matrix was imported into the Scenario Wizard software to identify the different states of the scenario generator variables and compatible scenarios were extracted. Results Seventy variables were extracted as key variables affecting the future of oral and dental health. Regarding the importance and uncertainty, seventeen variables scored higher and fell into policy and governance, economy and financing, social, service delivery, and technology, serving as five categories of scenario generators. Fifteen scenarios with weak consistency and three with strong consistency were obtained using the Cross-Impact Balance matrix in Scenario Wizard software. Conclusion The probability of a pessimistic scenario where all five categories of the scenarios were in the worst possible state was higher due to its consistency. The government’s support policies and commitment to oral and dental health were two key factors in the future. Achieving an optimistic and favorable scenario for the future of the country’s oral and dental health system depends on the government and policymakers in the health sector adopting a positive attitude towards the role of oral and dental health services in improving societal health. In this scenario, the five categories of the scenario generators were in the best condition.

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Key factors in the future of oral and dental health in Iran using scenario writing approach

Mehrolhassani,

Mozhdehifard,

Rahimisadegh

2024

BMC Oral Health

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“…The burden of oral diseases primarily stems from complex conditions involving the interaction of multiple genes with environmental factors [ 73 ]. With the ever-evolving scientific knowledge and technologies, the greatest challenge that the dental fraternity currently faces is implementing and enhancing omics literacy, promoting individual and population oral health, and reducing disparities [ 74 ].…”

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Bridging the gap between omics research and dental practice

Kabbashi,

Roomaney,

Chetty

2024

BDJ Open

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Aim The burgeoning field of omics research has witnessed exponential growth in both medicine and dentistry. However, despite more than a decade of advancements, clinical dentistry, particularly in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), has seen limited progress in integrating omics-based approaches into routine practice. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the integration of omics approaches in dentistry, focusing on the challenges and opportunities for translating research findings into clinical practice. Methods we conducted a literature review using key databases to provide a brief overview of the history of genomics in dentistry. Additionally, we summarised recent breakthroughs in omics relevant to oral health practitioners, emphasising the inadequate translation of omics research into clinical practice. Results Despite significant growth in omics research in both medicine and dentistry, its translation into routine clinical practice in dentistry remains limited. We summarise recent breakthroughs in omics and highlight the gap between research advancements and clinical implementation. Discussion and conclusion The integration of omics approaches holds promise for enhancing diagnostics, personalised treatment strategies, and preventive measures in dental practice, ushering in a new era of precision oral healthcare. However, several challenges, including infrastructure limitations, cost-effectiveness, and education gaps, hinder the widespread adoption of omics-based approaches in clinical dentistry. A strong commitment to transforming dentistry is required to embrace this transition. This shift has the potential to revolutionise oral healthcare by advancing precision diagnostics and treatment strategies tailored to individual patient needs.

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“…Technological advances in medicine and dentistry bring numerous advantages that have a positive impact on maintaining or achieving oral health, but also certain problems and doubts. The use of AI in dentistry has several advantages, including ( 137 , 138 ):…”

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Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Dentistry

Vodanović¹,

Subašić²,

Milošević³

et al. 2023

Acta Stomatol Croat

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Introduction Artificial intelligence has been applied in various fields throughout history, but its integration into daily life is more recent. The first applications of AI were primarily in academia and government research institutions, but as technology has advanced, AI has also been applied in industry, commerce, medicine and dentistry. Objective Considering that the possibilities of applying artificial intelligence are developing rapidly and that this field is one of the areas with the greatest increase in the number of newly published articles, the aim of this paper was to provide an overview of the literature and to give an insight into the possibilities of applying artificial intelligence in medicine and dentistry. In addition, the aim was to discuss its advantages and disadvantages. Conclusion The possibilities of applying artificial intelligence to medicine and dentistry are just being discovered. Artificial intelligence will greatly contribute to developments in medicine and dentistry, as it is a tool that enables development and progress, especially in terms of personalized healthcare that will lead to much better treatment outcomes.

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The Role of Medicine and Technology in Shaping the Future of Oral Health

Cited by 8 publications

References 17 publications

Key factors in the future of oral and dental health in Iran using scenario writing approach

Key factors in the future of oral and dental health in Iran using scenario writing approach

Bridging the gap between omics research and dental practice

Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Dentistry

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