Dentistry.One Unveils SmileScan: AI-Powered Tool for Dental Wellness Checks

Dentistry.One has launched SmileScan, a free, AI-powered tool designed to help individuals monitor their oral health from the comfort of their own homes. The new service enables users to assess their dental wellness using only their smartphones, offering an accessible and convenient alternative to routine in-office visits. Developed by Toothlens, Inc., SmileScan’s advanced technology allows individuals to quickly capture images of their teeth and receive a detailed analysis of key dental health markers.

Sharity Ludwig, Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Dentistry.One, emphasized the importance of this tool in modern dental care, saying, “SmileScan is a breakthrough in empowering individuals to take control of their oral health.”

How SmileScan Works

The SmileScan process is designed to be user-friendly and efficient. Users are guided through taking five photos of their mouth using their smartphone’s camera, which can be done either alone or with assistance from someone else. Once the images are captured, SmileScan’s AI technology analyzes several key indicators of oral health, including tartar buildup, gum recession, inflammation, tooth alignment, and gaps between teeth.

After the analysis, SmileScan generates a comprehensive report that includes a score based on five key areas of dental health. The report highlights any potential concerns, giving users actionable insights into their oral condition. If further care or advice is needed, users can easily schedule a virtual consultation with a Dentistry.One dentist directly through the platform.

Brant Herman, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Dentistry.One and MouthWatch, highlighted SmileScan’s potential impact: “We see it as a stepping stone that reduces barriers and encourages people to stay engaged with their home care and preventive dental visits.”

Bridging the Gap in Dental Care

One of the primary goals of SmileScan is to address the barriers many people face when accessing dental care. According to Dentistry.One, over 60% of Americans do not visit a dentist regularly. The introduction of SmileScan aims to change that by offering an easily accessible, no-cost service that allows users to monitor their dental health and catch potential problems early.

“SmileScan represents more than just a convenience—it’s a tool that makes dental insights and attention to oral health more accessible for everyone,” Herman added. By offering AI-driven insights and seamless access to professional care, Dentistry.One hopes to foster a more proactive approach to dental health, particularly for individuals managing chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders, where oral health plays a critical role in overall well-being.

A New Standard in Preventive Care

Regular use of SmileScan can help users detect early signs of dental issues, such as tartar buildup or gum disease, which may reduce the need for costly treatments later on. As part of Dentistry.One’s broader mission to expand access to dental care, SmileScan offers a modern solution for those who may have previously struggled to maintain regular dental appointments due to time, cost, or location constraints.

Ludwig summed up the potential benefits of SmileScan, saying, “With SmileScan, users receive instant, easy-to-understand insights about their dental health, allowing them to check in on their oral health without waiting for their next dental appointment.”

Expanding Access to Dental Care

Dentistry.One, an extension of the telehealth-focused company MouthWatch, aims to eliminate the barriers preventing millions of Americans from accessing essential dental care. Through its integration of telehealth services and AI-driven technology like SmileScan, Dentistry.One hopes to improve dental wellness and overall health outcomes across the population. MouthWatch’s hardware and software solutions are already utilized by over 42,000 dental practices, 30 leading Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), and 100 dental schools across the U.S.

As part of their commitment to improving access to dental care, SmileScan is available at no cost to all Dentistry.One users. By integrating AI technology with accessible care, Dentistry.One is helping individuals take control of their oral health in a convenient, affordable way. For more information on how to access SmileScan, visit Dentistry.One.