Guest Editor: Sompop Bencharit
Rationale
Dentistry is experiencing a paradigm shift driven by rapid advancements in digital technology, artificial intelligence, virtual/augmented reality, haptic simulation, and biomedical innovations. These tools are not only transforming how students are trained but also how research is conducted and how clinicians deliver patient-centered care. This special issue aims to highlight emerging technologies, evidence-based applications, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating innovation into the dental profession.
Thematic Sections
1. Technology in Dental Education
• Virtual and augmented reality for immersive simulation and skill training.
• AI-driven adaptive learning platforms and personalized feedback.
• Digital workflows in preclinical and clinical teaching (intraoral scanning, CAD/CAM, 3D printing).
• Experiential learning models that integrate industry partnerships.
2. Technology in Dental Research
• AI and machine learning in big data analysis for oral health.
• 3D printing and biomaterials innovation for prosthodontics, implants, and regenerative dentistry.
• Virtual clinical trials and digital registries.
• Wearables and biosensors for patient monitoring and research outcomes.
3. Technology in Clinical Practice
• Digital dentistry in prosthodontics, implantology, orthodontics, and restorative care.
• AI-assisted diagnostics (radiology, pathology, caries detection, peri-implantitis risk prediction).
• Same-day dentistry and chairside manufacturing.
• Tele-dentistry and remote patient management.
Anticipated Contributions
• Original research articles
• Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
• Clinical technique reports
• Case studies on innovation adoption
• Commentaries on ethics, policy, and workforce development
Impact and Relevance
This special issue will provide educators, researchers, and clinicians with an integrated perspective on how technology is reshaping dentistry. It will offer both practical insights for current practice and visionary discussions on future directions.
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This Special Issue Topic accepts the following article types:
Brief Research Report
Case Report
Classification
Clinical Trial
Community Case Study
Curriculum, Instruction, and Pedagogy
Data Report
Editorial
General Commentary
Hypothesis and Theory
Methods
Mini Review
Opinion
Original Research
Perspective
Review
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The Special Issue per-article charge will be USD 319, which includes all editing and online services and submission deadline is October 30th.
