Expedite dentistry go digitalized-a systemic review and meta analysis

Background: In Dentistry digitalization is less when compared with other fields. Especially in India when compared to other countries. The purpose of this article is to evaluate the new devices which are introduced to the dentistry in the process of digitalization from giving the appointment to the patient till completion of the treatment. Methods: Google, Pubmed and other databases were electronically searched and augmented by hand searches. Articles evaluating digitalization in dentistry and digital equipment used in dentistry and their efficiency are picked out. Collected data is statistically analyzed. Advantages and disadvantages of digitalization in dentistry are assessed. Results: Digitalization in dentistry has many advantages like time saving, accuracy and precision of the treatment has increased, painless treatment, more comfort for patient and doctor, better diagnosing aids are included. Conclusion: Digitalization increases the quality of treatment. It is not easy to incorporate the digital equipment in present dentistry as it needs heavy investment. Coactions of dentists and dental team members can make dentistry digitalized.