In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in dentistry and dental hygiene. From clinical decision-making to education and patient care, the conversation examines where AI can help, where it creates new challenges, and why human judgment remains essential.
In this episode we talked about:
How AI is currently being used in dentistry and dental hygiene
Opportunities AI may create for clinicians, educators, students, and patients
Concerns surrounding ethics, overreliance, accuracy, privacy, and critical thinking
Whether AI should be viewed as a tool, a threat, or a collaborative teammate
The importance of human judgment, empathy, and patient connection in an increasingly digital environment
How educators can prepare students for AI-integrated practice settings
Practical ways clinicians can use AI responsibly and effectively
What the future of AI in dental hygiene might realistically look like
Resources:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebayle/
Instagram: @saltcityhygi
Pearl: www.hellopearl.com
Pearl Case Studies and Guides: https://hellopearl.com/case-studies-guides
Contact the Hosts:
Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com
Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com
