Applications and Perspectives of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and “Dentronics” in Dentistry: A Literature Review

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to describe artificial intelligence, machine learning, and “Dentronics” applications and perspectives in dentistry. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A literature review was carried out to identify the applications of artificial intelligence in the field of dentistry. A specialized search for information was carried out in three databases such as Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science. Manuscripts published from January 1988 to November 2021 were analyzed. Articles were included without any restriction by language or country. RESULTS: Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science were found to have 215, 1023, and 98 registered manuscripts, respectively. Duplicates (191 manuscripts) were eliminated. Finally, 4 letters, 12 editorials, 5 books, 1 erratum, 54 conference papers, 3 conference reviews, and 222 reviews were excluded. CONCLUSIONS: Artificial intelligence has revolutionized prediction, diagnosis, and therapeutic management in modern dentistry. Finally, artificial intelligence is a potential complement to managing future data in this area.