Perceptive, a leader in AI-driven automated dental technology, has announced the successful completion of the world’s first fully automated dental procedure on a human using its advanced robotic dentistry system. This achievement signifies a significant advancement in dental care, integrating state-of-the-art imaging, artificial intelligence, and robotics to establish a new benchmark in the field.
“The robotics system has been designed and rigorously tested to ensure that dentists can perform treatments safely, even in conditions where patient movement is prevalent,” said a Perceptive spokesperson.
The Perceptive dental robotics system combines AI-driven 3D imaging software with a robotic arm to perform dental procedures, initially focusing on restorative dentistry. This proprietary system is capable of completing tasks such as crown placements in just 15 minutes, a significant reduction from the traditional method that typically requires two office visits lasting at least one hour each.
“We’re excited to successfully complete the world's first fully automated robotic dental procedure,” stated Dr. Chris Ciriello, CEO and Founder of Perceptive. “This medical breakthrough enhances the precision and efficiency of dental procedures, democratizes access to superior dental care, and improves patient experience and clinical outcomes. We look forward to advancing our system and pioneering scalable, fully automated dental healthcare solutions for patients.”
Perceptive’s AI robotics system utilizes 3D volumetric data for diagnostics and treatment planning, enabling early and highly accurate diagnoses. The procedure begins with an optical coherence technology (OCT) scan of the patient’s tooth and mouth using Perceptive's handheld intraoral scanner. This advanced scanner captures 3D images beneath the gum line, through fluids, and under the tooth surface, providing unparalleled imaging capabilities. These detailed images help patients clearly visualize their dental conditions and better understand their need for care.
The system then employs Perceptive’s AI algorithms to analyze the 3D data and plan the procedure with high efficiency and precision. By automating these procedures, Perceptive enables dentists to diagnose and treat more patients with higher quality care in less time, reducing manual labor and minimizing the chances of human error.
“I’ve been closely tracking Perceptive’s progress since seeing Dr. Ciriello present his concept at the ADA Forsyth dentech® conference years ago,” said Stephen E. Thorne IV, Founder and CEO of PDS Health, a leading integrated dental and medical support organization with over 1,000 offices across the U.S. “I have seen the promise of Perceptive’s incredible technology firsthand. We are excited to help them operationalize their vision of fully completed dental restorations in minutes.”
German Gallucci, DMD, Ph.D., Chairman of Restorative Dentistry at Harvard School of Dental Medicine, highlighted the accuracy of Perceptive’s technology. “Perceptive’s technology achieves over a 90% accuracy rate for detecting caries without the ionizing radiation associated with traditional X-rays and CBCT scanners — a significant improvement over the approximately 40% accuracy of 2D X-rays. This ensures safer and more precise diagnoses, enhancing patient care and safety.”
“The robotics system has been designed and rigorously tested to ensure that dentists can perform treatments safely, even in conditions where patient movement is prevalent,” said Edward Zuckerberg, DDS, FAGD, a pioneer in the integration of technology in the dental clinic. “This commitment to safety is core to Perceptive's dedication to providing reliable and effective dental care solutions using state-of-the-art technology.”
“Perceptive’s AI-driven robotic system will transform dentistry. The patient experience will be better because of streamlining procedures and enhancing patient comfort,” said Karim Zaklama, DDS, a general dentist and multi-practice owner supported by PDS Health and member of Perceptive’s clinical advisory board. “The advanced imaging capabilities, particularly the intraoral scanner, provide unparalleled details which will enable us to diagnose issues earlier with greater accuracy and allow us to connect with patients more effectively. This efficiency allows us to focus more on personalized patient care and reduces chair time, enabling us to treat more patients effectively.”
To date, Perceptive has raised $30 million in funding from leading investors, including PDS Health, Dr. Ed Zuckerberg, Innospark Ventures, KdT Ventures, Primavera Capital, Plaisance Capital, Y Combinator, and others.
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