The Surprising Ways AI Is Changing Dentistry | WOM 009

AI isn't coming for your dental chair — it's coming for your X-ray reads, your scheduling, your patient follow-ups, and your implant placement success rate. In this episode of the Word of Mouth Podcast, Jeff and Sarah break down exactly how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern dental practices, from diagnostics to patient trust to the business side of running a practice.In this episode:🔬 AI-powered diagnostics are now performing at levels comparable to trained clinicians — acting as a second set of eyes on every scan🦷 Predictive AI can identify problem areas before they become cavities — giving dentists a powerful new tool for preventative treatment conversations📈 Case acceptance and patient trust are rising when AI is used in treatment presentations — Sarah shares her own firsthand experience🤖 Practice efficiency wins: AI is automating charting, scheduling, documentation, patient outreach, and review requests — the stuff no one went to dental school for🏆 Implant placement success rates are improving with AI augmentation — and every percentage point translates directly to the bottom lineThe key takeaway? AI isn't replacing the dentist — it's making the dentist the smartest, most trusted person in the room.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode.🎙️ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and wherever you listen.📞 Interested in talking with Opkie? Book a call here for a free practice market analysis: https://opkie.link/Word-Of-Mouth