Dental Instruments Research Articles

A Survey of Dental Hygiene Pre-Clinic Instrumentation Selection and Sequence.

The purpose of this study was to assess the selection and sequence of dental hygiene instruments taught during dental hygiene pre-clinical education in the United States. Exempt status was received from the University of New Mexico's IRB (ID 21-336). A survey was developed with questions to be answered involving decisions for clinical teaching and sequencing on various assessment and implementation instruments during pre-clinic education. The instrument was 11 questions with multiple choice, ranking and short answer. A survey link was included through email invitation and successfully sent to 301 accredited dental hygiene programme directors in the United States. Results were collected and analysed through descriptive statistics. Forty-three of the invited participants completed the survey, a 14% response rate. Almost half (n = 24) of the participants chose to teach the periodontal probe first and 19 chose the explorer. Twenty-five participants selected they teach the sickle scalers first, 14 teach the universal curette scalers first and 4 teach the Gracey curette scalers first. All participants teach electronically powered scalers with 33 teaching after hand instrumentation and 8 before. Results from this study emphasise that educators teach clinical instrumentation from professional opinion, but no attestation specifically suggests the use of evidence-based pedagogical standards for clinical teaching. Dental hygiene programmes could benefit from further research on pre-clinic instrument selection and sequencing as a way of standardised clinical teaching. These clinical implications could advance the science for standardised teaching of clinical instrumentation and sequencing in dental hygiene education.

Color perception and its relation to dental anxiety in children.

One of the major causes of dental anxiety in children is their first impression of the dental environment. Even minor details, such as the choice of color in a dental setting and the color of dental equipment, can positively influence a child's behavior. The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between the emotions in children and color combinations in a pediatric setting. The study involved 200 children (99 boys and 101 girls) aged between 6 and 12 years who visited the dental clinics at the College of Dentistry, Jazan University, for the first time between November 2017 and January 2018. The participants were divided into 2 groups based on age. The younger children group included participants aged from 6 to 9 years, while the older children group included participants aged from 10 to 12 years. Anxiety levels were recorded using the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale. Colored pencils and images of emoticons were provided to all children, who were instructed to color the negative and positive emoticons with their preferred colors. The analysis of anxiety levels among children in both groups revealed statistically significant differences across sexes in the younger age group, with girls being more anxious than boys (p = 0.003). Additionally, a statistically significant difference was observed in the choice of colors by children of both sexes in 2 age groups (p = 0.001). Most children were inclined towards bright colors and used them to express their emotions. The incorporation of colors in a dental setting could invoke positive emotions in children. Hence, the use of colors in the workplace has the potential to ease anxiety.

A Comparative Evaluation of New and Used Dental Explorer Working Tips

Abstract The dental explorer medical device assists multiple functions, including marginal assessment. The working tip quality of this instrument has been previously established as a factor affecting operator judgment. However, little data exists to demonstrate the actual quality of working tips in clinical practice. The purpose of this study is to investigate and quantify if any real, measurable differences of the explorer working tip dimension exist among such instruments currently in service and compare to published medical device industry standards. Twenty new #23 dental explorer instruments from two manufacturers served as controls and sixty-three instruments in circulation at a dental school clinic were observed using light microscopy. The instruments were measured 50 micrometers from the terminus. A one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed to analyze values among groups. No statistically significant difference between the mean working tip dimension of new instruments was detected between brands. However, statistically significant differences between new and used instruments were detected regardless of brand. The range of values was 92.5–227.5 micrometers with average used instrument tip estimated over 50% wider than the average new instrument. These findings imply that other studies employing a dental explorer may be confounded if the instrument is not measured. Furthermore, the results of this study should serve as a motivating factor toward future research to update quality standards regarding the medical device with a goal of defining acceptable dimensions of the instrument working tip for certain applications in relation to clinical performance and expected outcomes.

Perceived effective and ineffective dental terminology when treating paediatric patients: a cross-sectional survey.

Aims To determine the words that paediatric dental team members perceive to be effective and ineffective for describing dental procedures and instruments to children and to assess if these are influenced by the age and gender of the child.Methods A voluntary, anonymous questionnaire was distributed to paediatric dental staff in NHS Scotland. Questions included participants' demographics, which words they perceive to be effective and ineffective for describing 11 dental procedures and instruments, and whether word choice was affected by the gender and/or age of the patient.Results From the 209 responses, a variety of job roles were represented across 11 different health boards in Scotland. A variety of alternative words and phrases for dental terms were identified, including those considered ineffective. The age of patients was shown to influence the language used by 42.8% of dental team members on average. Patients' gender did not tend to influence word choice.Conclusions This study has collected the most popular euphemisms for common dental procedures and instruments as well as perceived ineffective terminology in paediatric dentistry in Scotland. The study showed that the age of a child frequently influences the choice of language used, while gender plays less of a role.

Asynchronous teledentistry program in two long-term care facilities: Iowa's virtual dental home pilot project.

Older adults living in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) often have poor oral health and difficulty accessing dental services. The aim was to implement a virtual dental home (VDH) program for residents in two LTCFs utilizing asynchronous teledentistry techniques and mobile dental equipment. This pilot project was a 6-month longitudinal cohort study in two LTCFs. Dental hygienists and dentists from a local community health care center utilized asynchronous teledentistry to provide diagnostic and preventive dental services onsite and to establish a dental home for additional comprehensive care services. Data were collected, including resident's demographics, oral health status, and dental services received. Descriptive data analyses, Wilcoxon signed rank, and McNemar tests were conducted. Thirty-four residents completed in-person baseline oral exams and 16 residents completed the recall exams. Ninety-two percent (n=23) of dentate residents (n=25) had untreated caries and 64% (n=16) of dentate residents had at least one sextant of severe gingival inflammation. The median number of teeth with active untreated caries (p=.01) significantly decreased and arrested caries (p=.02) significantly increased from baseline. Iowa's VDH pilot project was successful in establishing a dental home using asynchronous teledentistry for residents in two LTCFs and providing resident access to preventive and disease control dental services.

Cermet coatings obtained by electric spark alloying to increase service life of dental instruments

The article presents the results of our study of protective cermet coatings obtained by the method of electric spark alloying on a dental instrument (excavator) using SHS (self-propagating high-temperature synthesis) electrodes based on TiC-NiCr. The influence of discharge energy during electric spark alloying on the roughness, thickness, and proportion of the TiC carbide phase in the cermet coating has been established. It has been shown that during electric spark alloying, the material of the used SHS electrode and the surface of the substrate melt, their convective mixing occurs, and during crystallization, coatings are formed that consist of a strengthening phase TiC and iron-based solid solutions: Fe9.64Ti0.36, F1.88C0.12, and Cr-Ni-Fe-C. It has been found that the maximum size of TiC grains is formed on the surface of the cermet coating, and as they approach the substrate, their size decreases to less than 10 nm. It has been found that the microhardness of the surface of the resulting cermet coatings increased to 6.2 times compared to the microhardness of the original metal base, which was 2 GPa. The results of scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive analysis of the surface of samples with and without cermet coating before and after corrosion tests are presented. The influence of disinfectants (2 and 100 % Trilox, Wendelin, MegaDes-ortho) on the corrosion resistance of samples with and without developed protective cermet coatings at room and elevated temperatures up to 50 °C and their exposure for 120 h has been established.

Cutting efficiency of different dental diamond rotary instruments for sectioning monolithic zirconia and lithium disilicate crowns

BackgroundThe aim of this study was to determine the cutting efficiency of different diamond rotary instrument types for sectioning monolithic zirconia and lithium disilicate anatomical crowns.Materials and methodsThe study used 30 diamond rotary instruments divided into three groups: Zirconia cutting diamond bur (White Z), super coarse grit diamond bur (KBlack), and medium coarse grit diamond bur (KBlue); Two subgroups were assigned based on the crown materials including monolithic zirconia (5YSZ) and lithium disilicate (e.max) ceramics. The cutting efficiency was assessed by measuring the time required to fully section the crowns, followed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) of the dental burs before use and after every sectioned crown. A three-way ANOVA examined the effects of bur type, material type, and sectioning stage. If interaction exists, one-way ANOVA was used to compare the different subgroups, followed by the Tukey post hoc test. The significance level was assigned at α ≤ 0.05.ResultsThe results exhibited various cutting efficiencies among diamond rotary instruments and ceramic crown materials. White Z demonstrated superior cutting efficiency of zirconia crown compared with KBlack and KBlue for the first cutting cycles (p ≤ 0.05); the results tend to be more comparable at the third cutting cycle. However, the super coarse diamond bur exhibited higher efficiency in cutting lithium disilicate crowns than white Z and KBlue burs through all three cutting cycles(p ≤ 0.05). The diamond bur-cutting efficiency diminished after each use, irrespective of the bur type or the crown material (p ≤ 0.05); this was represented by the reduction of carbon and increased nickel matrix ratio after each bur usage.ConclusionWhite Z diamond bur showed higher cutting efficiency of zirconia in the first two cutting cycles; super coarse diamond bur is more efficient for cutting lithium disilicate crown in all of the cutting cycles. The amount of diamond on the burs reduced after each use, with no great impact on the material type when sectioning lithium disilicate and 5YSZ crowns.Clinical significanceThis study provides valuable insights for dental practitioners in selecting the appropriate diamond rotary instrument for crown sectioning. Practitioners can minimize the risk of damage and reduce the time required for crown removal, improving patient outcomes.

Effect of a Novel Ergonomic Sheath on Dental Device-Related Muscle Work, Fatigue and Comfort-A Pilot Clinical Study.

Background: Dental instrumentation with hand-held devices is associated with discomfort, fatigue and musculoskeletal diseases or repetitive stress injuries. The goal of this in vivo study was to determine the effect of an ergonomic handle sheath on muscle work, comfort and fatigue associated with (a) piezoelectric scaling by hygienists with and without musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), and (b) dental cavity preparation by healthy dentists using a dental micromotor. Materials and Methods: Two groups of ten hygienists each tested the piezoelectric scaler. Hygienists in Group 1 had no MSDs, while those in Group 2 had been diagnosed with MSDs. Additionally, ten dentists with no MSDs used a dental micromotor to prepare four standardized cavities. Time-based work in four muscles, comfort and fatigue were recorded in the presence and absence of an add-on soft, insulating handle sheath. Data were analyzed using a repeated measures analysis of variance model with Tukey's post-hoc test. Results: Comfort, fatigue and muscle work were significantly better for both devices when the sheath was used. While hygienists with MSDs used more muscle work to complete the set scaling task, and the sheath-related reduction in work was somewhat greater, these MSD-related differences did not quite reach significance. Conclusions: The results of this pilot study show that the ergonomic performance of an ultrasonic scaler and a dental micromotor may be improved by the use of an ergonomic handle sheath.

Presence and Causes of Sterilization Equipment Failures with Biological Indicators in Dental Offices in Mexico: A Longitudinal Cohort.

Background/Objectives: Sterilization in dental practice is crucial for infection prevention. The aim of this study was to identify the presence and causes of bacterial growth using biological indicators in dental sterilization equipment in San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., Mexico, with different consecutive measurements over a year. Methods: This longitudinal cohort, conducted from January 2022 to January 2024 in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, aimed to identify the presence and causes of bacterial growth in dental sterilization equipment using biological indicators. A total of 207 dental offices were approached, and 175 participated, providing data through questionnaires and monitoring sterilization cycles with BIs. The checks were bimonthly for one year, with a total of six checks. Results: (a) An 11% (n = 1188) incidence of bacterial growth was observed, with a higher percentage in dry heat equipment (13%). (b) Upon analyzing the six consecutive verifications over a year, no statistically significant differences were observed in the failures of the sterilization cycles when comparing the two pieces of equipment. (c) Error in temperature and time of the equipment (OR = 4.0, 95% CI = 1.6-3.9, p = 0.0001) was significantly associated with the presence of bacterial growth during the one-year period. Conclusions: Monitoring sterilization cycles and identifying the causes of bacterial growth with different consecutive verifications decreased the presence of bacterial growth (failures) during the one-year period.

Nanotechnology and Its Application in Dentistry: A Systematic Review of Recent Advances and Innovations.

Background: This study looks at the clinical applications of nanotechnology in dentistry, with an emphasis on implantology, preventive care, orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and endodontics. Methods: Following PRISMA criteria and registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD 564245), a PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science search was conducted for studies from January 2014 to April 2024. The criteria were English-language research on nanotechnology in dental coatings, with a focus on clinical trials and observational studies. The electronic database search yielded 8881 publications. Following the screening process, 17 records were selected for qualitative analysis. Results: Nanotechnology has revolutionized dentistry. In orthodontics, nanoparticles improve antibacterial characteristics, durability, and biocompatibility, lowering bacterial colonization and plaque. In preventative care, Casein Phosphopeptide-Amorphous Calcium Phosphate (CPP-ACP) combined with stannous fluoride (SnF2) and nano-sized sodium trimetaphosphate (TMPnano) substantially remineralizes enamel. Nanostructured surfaces in dental implants, particularly those containing calcium, improve osseointegration and stability. Nanoparticles in restorative dentistry improve composite and adhesive strength, aesthetics, and longevity. Conclusions: Nanotechnology improves dental materials and equipment, resulting in better treatment outcomes and increased patient comfort. Its integration provides more effective treatments, which improves dental care and patient outcomes. More research is needed to overcome present problems and expand nanotechnology's medicinal applications.

Development of dental clinic cooperativity predictor instrument for children with autism spectrum disorder

Background: A survey to identify factors affecting the cooperation of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Indonesia is crucial for enhancing this group’s dental care, oral health, and overall quality of life. However, limited culturally relevant instruments hinder such research. Purpose: This study aims to determine the essential domain needed to design a questionnaire instrument that can predict the cooperativity of children with ASD during dental procedures. Methods: Based on the literature and existing questionnaires, the newly developed questionnaire underwent forward–back translation, before being thoroughly reviewed by an expert committee. The response format, content, and question clarity were evaluated. A cross-sectional study with 30 parents of children with ASD was randomly conducted to test the questionnaire. The validity of each question was measured by the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient, while its reliability was assessed by Cronbach’s alpha. Results: Each question within the domain showed varying degrees of validity: reading ability (r = 0.658), daily communication (r = 0.541), involvement in social activity (r = 0.360), daily self-care ability (r = 0.506), emotional status (r = 0.426), sensory responsiveness (r = 0.615), language comprehension (r = 0.362), and permission to be touched on the head at a barbershop (r = 0.458). The questions were found to be reliable (Cronbach’s alpha, r = 0.645 > 0.306). Conclusion: As prediction tools for assessing the cooperativity of children with ASD during dental procedures, the questionnaire should include the following items: communication and reading abilities, daily self-care, social activity, emotional status, sensory responsiveness and permission to be touched on the head at a barbershop.

Applications of Lasers in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery –A Review Article

LASER technology has become a cornerstone in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS), transforming the field with its precision, versatility, and minimally invasive nature. This article provides practitioners with an update on the use of new dental instruments in daily practice to improve efficiency and reduce issues from traditional approaches.

Kid-Sized Dentistry: A Pioneering First-of-Its-Kind Study on Customizing Dental Tools and Technology for Pediatric Care.

Introduction At the core of pediatric dentistry lies a profound understanding of child development, behavior management, and tailored treatment modalities. Similarly, tailoring dental tools and technology to address the distinct requirements of children is an essential aspect of pediatric dental practice. Kid-sized dentistry is the customization of dental tools and technology to effectively meet the unique needs of children. This study is the first to comprehensively explore all dimensions of resizing dental tools and technology for children, synthesizing scattered literature on the topic into a unified analysis, a trailblazing contribution to the field. Therefore, the aim of this article is to address these research gaps by conducting both a comprehensive analysis and a cross-sectional study. Methods To gather information for the subject, we conducted searches using both free-text terms and specific MeSH terms. We searched for articles published in English up to July 2024 across various electronic databases. Utilizing keywords, we initially obtained approximately 25-30 relevant literature studies, from which we selected 15-20 which were more topic-specific. We conducted an original survey to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices of pediatric and general dentists regarding kid-sized dentistry in the Jabalpur zone. This survey employed a validated, structured questionnaire designed to collect data comprehensively. Results Despite high awareness, there remains a gap in the actual use of these tools and technology, particularly among general dentists. Conclusion In the realm of dentistry, every specialty brings a unique lens through which patient care is viewed. Within this mosaic, the pediatric dentist offers a particularly invaluable perspective, one that is grounded in the delicate nuances of treating children. Pediatric dentistry, in particular, focuses on the specialized needs of children, with an emphasis on understanding child development, behavior management, and customized treatment approaches. Central to this field is the adaptation of dental tools and technologies to suit pediatric patients. Insights from pediatric clinicians have contributed to advancements in dental equipment, improving its suitability for children. Increasing awareness of these innovations among both general and pediatric dentists can enhance this progress. This study underscores the need for ongoing education and advocacy to ensure all dental professionals have access to the best tools for treating young patients.

Reducing single-use plastics in dental practice: a quality improvement project.

Introduction Climate change is a major issue facing the global population. Healthcare services, including dentistry, have an obligation to examine current practice and reduce the carbon footprint of their services. Single-use plastics, for example, those used to cover dental equipment, are not necessarily essential for cross-infection purposes.Materials and methods This quality improvement project was carried out in 2023 across 12 dental practices in the North London dental foundation training scheme. Baseline financial and environmental costs were estimated for the weekly single-use barrier plastics used in each practice. This was communicated to each practice. Practices using single-use plastics were contacted three months later to see if they had made any changes.Results In total, 10 out of 12 practices were using one or more of the single-use plastics at baseline, with an estimated carbon footprint ranging from 0.07-27.02 kg carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) per week. Three practices reduced or eliminated their single-use plastics as a result of this quality improvement project, which resulted in an equivalent saving of 46.87 kg CO2e per week.Discussion and conclusion The use of single-use plastic barriers varies widely between dental practices and is associated with a financial and environmental cost. Infection control guidelines are unclear with their recommendations. The authors urge dental services to reduce their single-use plastic barriers and would encourage infection control guidelines to consider the environmental impact when making recommendations.

Microbiological Evaluation of Thermoplastic PETG Dental Appliances Related to Surface Characteristics.

(1) Background: The adhesion and microbiological behaviour of thermoplastic PETG dental appliance surfaces is governed by roughness parameters. The aim of this research was to evaluate the antibiofilm activity of alkaline peroxide-based disinfectant in Candida albicans biofilms on thermoplastic PETG, related to artificial ageing and surface characteristics, on multiscale levels. (2) Methods: In the present study, two PETG materials were investigated: Crystal® (Bio Art Dental Equipment, Sao Carlos, Brazil), noted as C, and Duran® (Scheu-Dental GmbH, Iserlohn, Germany)-noted as D. Half of the specimens were thermally cycled (TC), resulting in four sample groups, as follows: C, CTC, D, and DTC. Surface roughness was evaluated on different scale topographies. The biofilms were grown on the surfaces. An alkaline peroxide-based disinfectant was used. Statistical analyses were performed. (3) Results: Related to nanoroughness, there are insignificant differences among materials or related to thermocycling. More irregular surfaces are associated with larger grain sizes. After thermocycling, micro-roughness values increase. Disinfectant activity decreases the amount of biofilm developed on the surfaces, significantly in the two groups, but is not correlated to the material and artificial ageing. (4) Conclusion: The impact of surface roughness (Ra) on biofilm constitution is controlled by different scale topographies.

DIELECTRIC BARRIER DISCHARGE BASED PLASMA DEVICE FOR COLD STERILIZATION IN WATER WITH ADDITIONAL ULTRASONIC CAVITATION

A prototype of plasma sterilizer based on dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) with additional ultrasonic cavitation for cold sterilization has been developed. It provides sterilization of reusable small dental instruments, and components made from corrosion-resistant metals and alloys (stainless steel, titanium, etc.), as well as surgical instruments, implants, small drills, plastic sundries, ozone resistant medical rubbers (silicone, etc.), polymers, epoxy resins and glass. The sterilizer is well suited for dentistry and can be used in medical, sanatorium, outpatient and other medical institutions, as well as in military field surgery. The volume of the sterilization bath is 2.5 l. The ozone concentration at the output of the ozone generator is 35…52 mg/l, the ozone concentration in the sterilizer chamber is 6.5…8 mg/l, depending on the water temperature and its volume in the bath. The dependence of the increase of ozone concentration in water on time at different oxygen flow rates is monitored.

Effect of a Novel Adaptive Handle Design on the Ergonomic Performance of Periodontal Curettes in Dental Hygienists with and without Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Pilot Clinical Study.

(1) Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), discomfort, fatigue, pain, and other acute and chronic work-related injuries are common among dental clinicians. Hand instruments constitute a primary risk factor for these conditions. The overall goal of this study was to compare in dental hygienists with healthy hands, and in those with MSDs, the effect of three different handle designs on instrumentation-related muscle work, comfort, fatigue, and quality of tactile feedback. (2) Methods: Clinicians tested three periodontal curettes: one with a novel adaptive silicone handle, another with a rigid resin handle, and the third with a rigid silicone handle. Ten hygienists-five with MSDs and five without-each scaled three typodonts using the three different curettes. Statistical analysis was performed using a General Linear Model (GLIM) and Tukey's post hoc test, and a significance level of p < 0.05 was implemented. (3) Results: On average, mean comfort and fatigue across all instruments were significantly worse in testers with MSDs, who also expended significantly more work to complete the same task. In all testers, a novel adaptive handle design was associated with significantly reduced total muscle work and post-instrumentation fatigue, as well as better comfort than conventional rigid handle designs. (4) Conclusions: An adaptive curette handle design demonstrated significantly better ergonomic outcomes than conventional rigid curette handle designs. Hygienists with MSDs expend significantly more muscle work during dental instrumentation.

Special education teachers' involvement and perceived barriers to delivering oral health education for students with disabilities-A cross-sectional study.

Dental caries is prevalent among children, including those with disabilities. Although the World Health Organization recommends school-based oral health promotion (OHP) programmes involving teachers, limited research has explored teachers' roles and perspectives. To assess special education teachers' involvement and difficulties regarding oral health education (OHE), attitudes towards OHP and barriers to oral healthcare access for students with disabilities (SWDs). This descriptive cross-sectional study, conducted in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, involved 264 special education teachers using a validated, self-administered questionnaire, and descriptive and analytical statistics were used for data analysis. Only 39% of teachers incorporated OHE into their teaching, and just 20.8% received training for OHE delivery. Teachers showed strong support for integrating OHE into the curriculum (84.1%) and a no-sugar policy (78%). There was, however, less support for school-based toothbrushing (39%). OHE barriers included insufficient resources (56.1%), limited knowledge (29.2%) and misconceptions about primary teeth removal (47.4%). The three most common barriers to oral healthcare access were extended waiting lists (75.0%), long waiting times (73.1%) and fear of dental equipment (67.4%). This study highlights the need for collaboration between healthcare professionals, educators and parents to enhance OHE and reinforce OHP for SWDs within special education and beyond.

Ethical considerations for artificial intelligence in dentistry

The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating in the dental field and even patients are catching on to the trend. There is a form of perceived pressure mounting on practitioners to incorporate modern dental equipment and online services to accelerate treatment time or supplement the diagnosis with visual treatment planning. Many of these applications utilise AI as part of the software to process the inserted data. The use of these products in practice presents various ethical dilemmas the clinician would need to mitigate. Practitioners who own or are considering adding applications and equipment that are AI-based to their treatment repertoire have an ethical and legal responsibility to ensure that the best interest and safety of the patient are observed. Patient autonomy and protection of all information become a paramount consideration over and above improving profit or personal gain. By no means could the ethical dilemmas in this communication be exhausted, as the rapid AI innovation and the dynamic nature of technological advances have the potential to raise even more debate. As a fraternity, we need to be vigilant and remain grounded with the basic ethical principles underpinned by autonomy, patient confidentiality/ privacy and the practitioner-patient relationship.

Assessment of the effectiveness of artificial intelligence-based oral screening solution in the diagnosis of dental calculus, stains, and dental caries (Logy AI oral screening solution)

Background: The objective of this study was to clinically evaluate the precision of Logy AI's oral screening solution. This innovative module, driven by artificial intelligence, operates seamlessly through WhatsApp and as a standalone smartphone application. It is designed to detect various dental issues such as stains, calculus, and caries, utilizing images captured by a smartphone camera. The accuracy of the module was assessed by comparing its diagnoses with those made by dental professionals. Methods: A prospective clinical study was conducted in Saveetha Dental College, a tertiary care hospital in the southern part of India with 325 patients. Smartphone images taken were sent to the Logy AI oral screening solution which predicted if the patient had any oral hygiene issues like stains, calculus, and caries. Patients were examined by a dentist with visual-tactile and orthopantomogram (OPG) examination and were documented. Both were compared. Results: The accuracy of the Logy AI oral screening solution for the detection of stains, calculus, and caries was comparable with the dentist's diagnosis. The accuracy was 85% for caries, 97% for stains, and 83% for calculus. The sensitivity was 88% for caries, 89% for stains, and 82% for calculus. Conclusions: The Logy AI oral screening module demonstrates potential as an efficient oral screening tool suitable for community-level deployment, particularly in remote regions lacking access to costly dental equipment and healthcare professionals. Its accuracy and efficiency make it well-suited for operation in low-resource settings. Moreover, it holds promise as a valuable home screening tool for individuals seeking to monitor their oral health proactively.