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VOL. 7, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Digital frontiers in periodontal disease management
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Dr. MS Suwethaa, Dr. Merita S, Dr. P L Ravishankar
Abstract
Digital technology is transforming periodontology by enhancing
diagnosis, treatment, and patient management. Periodontitis, a chronic inflammatory
disease caused by biofilm, requires early and accurate detection, yet
conventional methods such as probing and 2D radiography have limitations in
precision and reproducibility. Digital innovations including digital
radiography, intraoral scanners, cone-beam computed tomography, and artificial
intelligence -driven platforms provide real-time, accurate data, improving
early diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and long-term monitoring.
Salivary biosensors and wearable devices enable non-invasive, chairside, and
remote monitoring of key biomarkers, supporting personalized care. Advanced
treatment modalities such as 3D bioprinting, platelet-rich plasma/fibrin, and
digitally guided regenerative protocols allow precise tissue reconstruction and
accelerated healing. AI-integrated digital twins and T-Scan occlusal analysis
optimize patient-specific interventions, while tele-periodontics and digital
patient education platforms expand access and improve engagement. Digital Smile
Design further facilitates aesthetic and functional treatment planning.
Collectively, these digital solutions support minimally invasive, predictive,
and patient-centered periodontal care. Integration of AI, biosensors, 3D
bioprinting, and tele-dentistry represents a shift toward more precise,
accessible, and outcome-driven periodontal management. This review highlights
current applications, benefits, and future directions of digital
periodontology, emphasizing its potential to redefine clinical practice and
enhance oral healthcare outcomes.
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Pages:66-68
How to cite this article:
Dr. MS Suwethaa, Dr. Merita S, Dr. P L Ravishankar "Digital frontiers in periodontal disease management". International Journal of Dental Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 66-68
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