Robots Among Us: Understanding the Impact of AI on Robotics Dentistry

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@article{1711287,
      author = {Dr. Anusha Vasanth Kumar},
      title = {Robots Among Us: Understanding the Impact of AI on Robotics Dentistry},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {4},
      pages = {613-625},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711287.pdf},
      abstract = {Robots are sophisticated inventions designed to perform tasks that range from simple and repetitive to complex and ingenious servitude. They build a bridge between human competence and automation, enhancing productivity, precision and safety in multiple disciplines. Robotics in dentistry involves the application to handle both routine and intricate tasks that will reform and even transform various aspects of dental treatment. The main intent of this paper is to scrutinize and analyze the practice of AI robotics in dentistry.},
      month = {October},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I4-1711287-7822}
  }