Revolutionary AI Robot Performs First Autonomous Dental Procedure

In a groundbreaking achievement for dentistry, Boston-based Perceptive has unveiled an AI-controlled robot that successfully completed its first dental procedure on a human patient, operating eight times faster than a traditional dentist, New Atlas reported yesterday.

Utilizing a hand-held 3D volumetric scanner with optical coherence tomography (OCT), the robot creates high-resolution models of the mouth without harmful X-ray radiation, accurately detecting cavities.

The robot’s initial task involved preparing a tooth for a crown, a procedure typically taking two hours, which it accomplished in just 15 minutes. Dr. Chris Ciriello, CEO of Perceptive, emphasized that this innovation enhances precision and efficiency, improving patient experience.

Remarkably, the company claims the machine can take care of business safely “even in the most movement-heavy conditions,” and that dry run testing on moving humans has all been successful.

While the robot is not yet FDA-approved, its potential to streamline dental care and reduce costs could revolutionize the field. Perceptive aims to expand the robot’s capabilities and range of treatments in the future.