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. 2024 Oct 28;14(6):2267-2283.
doi: 10.3390/clinpract14060178.

Augmented Reality in Dentistry: Enhancing Precision in Clinical Procedures-A Systematic Review

Francesco Puleio  1 , Vincenzo Tosco  2 , Rosario Pirri  3 , Michele Simeone  4 , Riccardo Monterubbianesi  2 , Giorgio Lo Giudice  1 , Roberto Lo Giudice  5
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Augmented Reality in Dentistry: Enhancing Precision in Clinical Procedures-A Systematic Review

Francesco Puleio et al. Clin Pract. .

Abstract

Background: Augmented reality (AR) enhances sensory perception by adding extra information, improving anatomical localization and simplifying treatment views. In dentistry, digital planning on bidimensional screens lacks real-time feedback, leading to potential errors. However, it is not clear if AR can improve the clinical treatment precision. The aim of this research is to evaluate if the use of AR-based instruments could improve dental procedure precision. Methods: This review covered studies from January 2018 to June 2023, focusing on AR in dentistry. The PICO question was "Does AR increase the precision of dental interventions compared to non-AR techniques?". The systematic review was carried out on electronic databases, including Ovid MEDLINE, PubMed, and the Web of Science, with the following inclusion criteria: studies comparing the variation in the precision of interventions carried out with AR instruments and non-AR techniques. Results: Thirteen studies were included. Conclusions: The results of this systematic review demonstrate that AR enhances the precision of various dental procedures. The authors advise clinicians to use AR-based tools in order to improve the precision of their therapies.

Keywords: AR; HMD; VR; augmented reality; computer-assisted surgical procedure; head-mounted displays; precision medicine; virtual reality.

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