| Title: |
Evaluating Artificial Intelligence Utilization among Dental Clinicians across Pakistan: A Multi-Site Survey. |
| Authors: |
Saeed, Sumera; Sajjad, Batool; Shahid, Asma; Billoo, Sarah; Minallah, Sheheryar; Lone, Mohid Abrar; Lone, Muneeb Ahmed |
| Source: |
Journal of the Pakistan Dental Association; Oct-Dec2025, Vol. 34 Issue 4, p166-172, 7p |
| Subject Terms: |
ARTIFICIAL intelligence; DENTAL clinics; SCIENCE education; AWARENESS |
| Geographic Terms: |
PAKISTAN |
| Abstract: |
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study is to evaluate the awareness, perception and utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among dental practitioners and clinicians across Pakistan in order to acknowledge and identify the obstructions and factors influencing its adoption in clinical scenarios. METHODOLOGY: This descriptive cross-sectional study enrolled 152 dental clinicians across major regions of Pakistan, including Sindh, Punjab, Islamabad, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Participants were recruited via convenience sampling through institutional networks and online platforms. A structured, validated questionnaire was used to collect data on demographics from July till October 2024, AI awareness, usage patterns, perceptions, and challenges. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 27 to generate descriptive statistics and reliability scores. RESULTS: Out of 152 participants (73.7% females, mean age 31.4 ± 7.9 years), 45% reported using AI tools in dental practice, mainly in diagnostic imaging and treatment planning. The majority of the candidates (84.8%) believed AI would have a constructive impact on dentistry, especially in orthodontics (24.3%) and oral and maxillofacial surgery (21.7%). The prime obstruction to adoption included lack of knowledge (66.4%), high implementation cost (52.6%), and insufficient infrastructure (50.7%). In particular 86.8% highlighted the need for structured AI education and training. CONCLUSION: AI integration in Pakistani dentistry remains in its infancy stages, with barriers like a lack of awareness, infrastructural constraints, and regulatory gaps. For successful and fruitful incorporation of AI in dentistry in Pakistan there is a need for targeted education, capacity-building initiatives, and policy development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Complementary Index |