AI-powered smile design transforms cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry has always been about combining science with artistry, and AI is now amplifying both. New AI-driven platforms analyze a patient’s facial proportions, lip line, and natural tooth shade to generate a digital “before and after” smile model in minutes. This allows patients to preview potential veneers or whitening treatments before committing. Dentists report that chairside consultations have become faster and more convincing, with acceptance rates for cosmetic procedures increasing by up to 40% when patients see a digital simulation. In a global cosmetic dentistry market worth $30 billion and growing 6% annually, AI is quickly becoming an indispensable tool.