Align Technology has launched Align X-ray Insights, an AI-powered software solution designed to enhance dental diagnostics in European Union (EU) countries and the UK.
Align X-ray Insights, a part of the Align Digital Platform, is designed to support dental professionals in treatment planning and patient education.
It aims to help dental professionals in diagnosing oral health conditions, standardising analysis, and improving patient engagement.
The software leverages AI to automatically analyse two-dimensional radiographs, offering detailed reports, automatic tooth charting, and colour overlays of radiographic abnormalities.
Its functionalities help in identifying conditions such as caries, periapical radiolucencies, and periodontal bone loss.
Align X-ray Insights has received regulatory approvals in Europe, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, with plans for further commercialisation pending approvals, including in the US.
Align Technology Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) executive vice president and managing director Simon Beard said: “Align X-ray Insights represents a significant advancement in our digital restorative dentistry solutions with broader patient applicability.
“By integrating AI into radiographic analysis, we are empowering doctors with more precise diagnostic capabilities to improve their patient outcomes. This launch underscores our commitment to innovation and our ongoing efforts to expand our digital platform.”
Align X-ray Insights is expected to streamline workflows and enhance patient trust and treatment acceptance.
In a survey of early adopters, 95% of participants found the software beneficial in communicating oral health conditions, while 91% noted improved patient trust and acceptance of restorative procedures.
Align Technology said that the Align X-ray Insights complements its Align Oral Health Suite.
The technology, along with existing technologies, such as iTero intraoral scanners and NIRI (Near Infra-Red Imaging) technology, will support advanced treatment planning decisions.
In 2022, Align Technology acquired dentalXrai integrating its lead product into the Align Digital Platform.
University of Munich dental clinic director professor Falk Schwendicke said: “It is fantastic to see Align X-ray Insights being integrated into Align’s digital platform – bringing diagnostic AI capabilities to dentists all over the world.
“When we started our journey towards AI in dental diagnostics, we had hoped to improve patient outcomes via better diagnostics and treatment decisions.
“Since then, we learned that further value lies in Align X-ray Insights by fostering patient communication, and facilitating comprehensive, systematic reporting.
“Combining this with the products and services already available to Align users is a leap forward for digital dentistry.”
