30/04/2026
We’ve been in the dental industry for over 40 years, and we’ve seen a number of shifts change how practices operate, from the move to digital through to fully integrated surgeries.
What’s different about AI is that it’s no longer theoretical. It’s already being applied in very practical ways across diagnostics, treatment planning and the day-to-day running of a practice, helping clinicians work more efficiently and with greater consistency.
That said, it’s important to be clear about its role. AI supports clinical decision-making, it doesn’t replace it. The experience, judgement and patient relationship that sit with the clinician remain unchanged.
Where we’re seeing the most value is when AI is part of a connected system, where imaging, software and workflow are aligned from the outset, rather than added in later as separate tools.
From our perspective, this isn’t about adopting more technology for the sake of it, it’s about implementing smarter systems that genuinely improve how a practice runs and how care is delivered.
If you’re interested in where this is heading, it’s worth reading the full article from MyRay:
https://bit.ly/3QGMR1T