‘Robot dentist’ completes first dental procedure
An AI-driven robotics system, dubbed a ‘robot dentist’, has completed its first fully-automated dental procedure on a human.
Designed by Perceptive, the robotics system aims to complete restorative procedures ‘an order of magnitude faster and more accurately than any human’.
The technology combines both AI-driven 3D imaging software and a robotic arm for performing dental procedures. In addition, it is said to operate ‘even in the most movement-heavy conditions’ with ‘unparalleled speed and precision’.
Perceptive also hopes it will be able to complete procedures such as crown placements in 15 minutes, without the need for a second appointment.
The ‘robot dentist’ will need to receive regulatory approval before it can be used in patient care.
Medical breakthrough
Dr Chris Ciriello is CEO and founder of Perceptive. He said: ‘We’re excited to successfully complete the world’s first fully automated robotic dental procedure.
‘This medical breakthrough enhances precision and efficiency of dental procedures, and democratises access to better dental care, for improved patient experience and clinical outcomes.
‘We look forward to advancing our system and pioneering scalable, fully automated dental healthcare solutions for patients.’
Perceptive has received $30 million in funding. It is also backed by dentist Ed Zuckerberg, the father of Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg.
Zuckerberg said: ‘The robotics system has been designed and rigorously tested to ensure that dentists can perform treatments safely, even in conditions where patient movement is prevalent.
‘This commitment to safety is core to Perceptive’s dedication to providing reliable and effective dental care solutions using state-of-the art technology.’
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