“Perceptive yesterday announced the completion of a fully automated dental procedure on a human using its advanced robotic system.

The Boston-based startup designed its technology with integrated advanced imaging, artificial intelligence, and robotics. It aims to set a new standard of care in dentistry…

The company’s dental system uses AI-driven 3D imaging software with a robotic arm. It claimed that its robot enables speed and precision in dental procedures, and it is starting with restorative dentistry.

Perceptive added that its proprietary system could eventually complete tasks such as crown placements in just 15 minutes. Crown placements currently require two office visits of at least one hour each, it noted.”

From The Robot Report.