#40 DIGITAL DENTISTRY and AI with Dr. Sonny and Rob

In this conversation Sonny and Rob discuss the transformative impact of digital tools and AI in dentistry. They explore the top digital tools every dentist should be using, the efficiency gains from AI, and the importance of data safety. The discussion also highlights the common pitfalls dentists face when integrating these technologies and the need for a supportive community to navigate the evolving landscape of digital dentistry.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction to Digital Dentistry and AI Tools05:27 Top Digital Tools for Dentists12:06 Enhancing Efficiency with AI in Practice14:02 The Impact of Digital Tools on Patient Experience21:13 Common Pitfalls in Digital Dentistry and AI Usage25:01 Understanding AI Limitations and Responsibilities27:51 Navigating AI Tools for Clinical Use31:09 Customizing AI for Patient Communication35:03 The Birth of Digital Dentistry Study Clubs40:01 Building Community in Digital Dentistry45:03 Upcoming Events and Future DirectionsTo learn more about Sonny's upcoming courses be sure to visit the ADDA websitehttps://digitaldentistryacademy.com.au/ GUEST BIOSDr Sonny Lee, BDSc (UWA), PgCert Adv Aesth & Rest Dent (Portsmouth), Fellow ofPierre Fauchard Academy (FPFA) is a restorative dentist and founder of the Australian Digital Dentistry Academy in Perth, Australia. He runs a fully digital clinic, lab, charity clinic , with almost 20 years of experience in CAD/CAM, exocad and 3D printing. In his courses he shares practical, real-world workflows for exocad design and Sprintray 3D printing that can be applied immediately in daily practice.Dr. Rob brings over 20 years of dental experience to Ashburton Family Dental. After graduating from the University of Otago in 2004, he began his career as a house surgeon at Auckland Hospital, where he developed strong foundations in complex and emergency dental care. Inspired by his keen interest in implant dentistry, Dr. Rob completed a Graduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the University of Melbourne in 2021. He is also one of a handful of Digital Smile Design (DSD) Masters in Australia and has recently started up the ADDA Vic Chatper (see links below).https://www.digitaldentistryacademyvic.com.au/