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AI in Orthodontics: How does an Orthodontist use AI? 1

AI in Orthodontics: How does an Orthodontist use AI?

How does an orthodontist use AI? To show you your potential smile! A detailed prediction of your dream smile can be seen during an in office consultation using our top of the line iTero scanners to generate a 3-D rendering of your teeth. The Outcome Simulator will use the scan to show a timeline of predicted movements that result in your new smile! All of this is done using AI/machine learning to produce the most likely outcome. To get a preview of what orthodontics can do for you simply download the Invisalign app and use the Smile Simulator.

AI is also used for remote monitoring of patient progress during treatment. Using your smart phone and the Invisalign app to scan your teeth our doctors can see any issues in real time without a visit to the office. The advanced AI monitoring flags fit issues or gaps which enables us to encourage the patient to use different strategies to achieve a better fit. The AI will also let you know if your aligners are fitting well enough to switch to the next set or if that set should be worn for an extra couple days.

AI in Orthodontics: How does an Orthodontist use AI? 2The AI estimates pixel size to measure the spaces between the aligner and incisal/occlusal edge for each individual tooth. The measurement is then verified by a team member before feedback & next steps are sent to the patient.

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