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Digitization in Dentistry

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Digitization in the field of periodontics has made a steady progress over the past few decades. This chapter explores the effects of digitization and technological advances on different procedures in the management of a periodontal patient. The digital revolution has made a lot of literature and learning resources available to clinicians. Management and analysis of patient data have become extremely simple due to advances in computing speed and user interfaces. The actual process of patient examination has become more and more sophisticated and objective with the introduction of several automated probing systems, endoscopes and calculus detection devices. Advances in laser-based devices have resulted in the development of many therapeutic devices that are valuable adjuncts to routine periodontal instrumentation. Periodontists today have the tools to face the complex process of periodontal tissue destruction that has been a challenge to regenerative dentistry. This has been possible due to the many advances that have occurred in the field of periodontal tissue engineering, including the application of 3D scaffolds and growth factors. Technological advances are enabling clinicians to move towards more conservative treatment approaches like minimally invasive periodontal therapy resulting in improved patient comfort and acceptance. The maintenance phase has become easier due to the easy availability of advanced oral hygiene aids that have also made home care more pleasant for the patients. The digital revolution has not only improved patient care but also contributed to the field of periodontal research. Digitization has led to an improved understanding of the periodontal disease process and has given the clinicians a better arsenal to treat the disease.

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Kulkarni, M.R. (2021). Digitization in Periodontics. In: Jain, P., Gupta, M. (eds) Digitization in Dentistry. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-65169-5_11

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