Exploring the ethical and privacy implications of artificial intelligence in dentistry

Meshal Muhammad Naeem; Huma Sarwar; Muhammad Talha Hassan; Nazam Matloob Balouch; Satinder Pal Singh; Pooja Devi Essrani; Paras Rajper

doi:10.53730/ijhs.v7nS1.14294

Exploring the ethical and privacy implications of artificial intelligence in dentistry

https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v7nS1.14294

Authors

Meshal Muhammad Naeem Lecturer, Department of Periodontology, Dr Ishrat ul ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences Dow University of Health Sciences
Huma Sarwar Senior Registrar, Department of Operative Dentistry, Dr Ishrat ul ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences Dow University of Health Sciences
Muhammad Talha Hassan M.Phil. Oral Pathology (scholar) Superior University Lahore
Nazam Matloob Balouch Dental Surgeon, Demonstrator Shahida Islam Dental College Multan
Satinder Pal Singh BDS (TMDC-RC, INDIA), Masters in Global Health Administration (Fairleigh Dickinson University, Vancouver, CANADA), General Dentist (Trusmiles Dental Clinic, Punjab, India
Pooja Devi Essrani General Dentist, South City Hospital Dental Clinic Karachi
Paras Rajper General Dentist, South City Hospital Dental Clinic Karachi

Keywords:

ethical, privacy implications, artificial intelligence, dentistry

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) 's rapid advancement in dentistry has brought numerous benefits, such as improved diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care. However, the implementation of AI in this field raises significant ethical and privacy concerns. This study aims to explore AI’s ethical and privacy implications in dentistry and analyze the perspectives of dental professionals and patients. To achieve this, a quantitative research methods approach was employed. A survey was administered to 50 Dentists, Dental Professionals, AI Developers, and Dental Patients. A survey questionnaire was administered to a larger sample of dental patients. Study was conducted in Karachi, Pakistan. The survey assessed their awareness and perceptions of AI use in dentistry, as well as their concerns regarding ethical and privacy issues. The sample size for the survey was 50 patients, randomly selected from dental clinics. The findings of this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge on the ethical and privacy implications of AI in dentistry. It provided valuable insights for dental professionals, policymakers, and regulatory bodies in developing guidelines and safeguards to ensure responsible AI integration while protecting patient privacy and upholding ethical standards in dental practice.

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Published

26-05-2023

How to Cite

Naeem, M. M., Sarwar, H., Hassan, M. T., Balouch, N. M., Singh, S. P., Essrani, P. D., & Rajper, P. (2023). Exploring the ethical and privacy implications of artificial intelligence in dentistry. International Journal of Health Sciences, 7(S1), 904–915. https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v7nS1.14294

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Vol. 7 No. S1 (2023)

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