Digitization of Dental Services

Abstract

Technology has taken over so many aspects of the world, especially in medicine. Dentistry is no exception. The transition to digital dentistry has grown more and more and a number of digital devices used in dental offices already go unnoticed but incorporate very advanced digital technology. The most common and frequently used form of dental dentistry is digital x-rays. The benefit of this technology is not only a much smaller volume of X-rays compared to the classic technology, but they allow a better and early detection of cavities. The delivery of contemporary oral healthcare should be guided by cutting-edge technology focused on achieving patient-centred outcomes. The integration of digitalization into dentistry will enhance oral healthcare to its highest potential. The emphasis in forthcoming decades should lie on research endeavours pertaining to digitization within the healthcare domain, particularly within dentistry. The primary objective should be the enhancement of data acquisition methodologies and the management of large datasets, while concurrently addressing the safety and security concerns associated with "Big Data".