Dan Brian and Conner Ludlow, founder of Annie, an AI assistant for dental practice front desks, discuss the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry. They explore the (possibly?) overhyped expectations surrounding AI, its practical applications in dental practices, and how tools like Annie can enhance efficiency without replacing human staff. Connor shares insights on the future of AI in the dental field and emphasizes the importance of viewing AI as a tool to augment human capabilities rather than a replacement. Don’t miss this must-listen conversation for dentists who want to position their practices at the cutting edge of innovation and patient experience. Get more resources and connect with Conner via the show notes.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- AI is gaining significant attention in the dental industry — for practice management, marketing, even clinical practice.
- Connor believes AI is “overhyped” but only in the sense that it’s very early stage, and it has tremendous potential.
- Amara’s Law explains the cycle of technology expectations.
- AI can help with repetitive tasks in dental practices.
- ChatGPT is a practical tool for content creation for dental practice website content, blog posts, social media posts, etc.
- The future of AI in dentistry looks promising.
- Annie is an AI tool designed to assist, not replace front desk staff.
- AI can help save time and improve efficiency in dentistry and dental marketing.
NEXT STEPS
- Learn more about Annie and connect with Conner for a special offer for “Dental Domination Podcast” listeners.
- Connect with Conner on LinkedIn