In this episode of The TechDental Podcast, Dr. Randeep Singh Gill sits down with Shivakumar Chandrasekaran, Co-Founder and CTO of Dentulu, to explore how AI-powered diagnostics, telehealth, and innovations like MouthCAM are transforming preventive dentistry. Learn how AI is supporting early detection, why salivary testing is becoming essential, and how Dentulu’s digital ecosystem is helping providers deliver proactive care without disrupting workflows. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or leading a group practice, this conversation reveals how technology can empower patients, reduce provider burdens, and build a future where prevention is the foundation of oral health. Discover how embracing AI-powered preventive solutions can future-proof your practice while preserving the human touch patients expect.
• Why preventive dentistry is shifting from reactive treatment to proactive, AI-driven care
• How tools like MouthCAM empower patients to monitor oral health and improve recall rates
• The role of salivary testing in linking oral health to systemic health conditions
• How AI supports dentists with 90%+ accuracy while keeping human oversight essential
Chapters:
00:00 Intro: Preventive Dentistry with Shivakumar Chandrasekaran
02:09 AI and Differential Diagnosis in Dentistry
06:34 AI for X-ray Reviews and Continuity of Care
08:21 Predictive Analytics and 90% Accuracy in Decision Support
12:55 MouthCAM: The At-Home Device Changing Patient Habits
16:18 Workflow Integration and Provider Adoption Challenges
19:00 Salivary Testing and the Oral-Systemic Health Connection
21:36 How AI Will Shape Patient Habits and Experiences
23:57 Helping Practices Overcome Tech Hesitancy
26:29 Entrepreneurial Lessons, Books, and Inspirations
27:10 Closing Thoughts
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Episode Resources:
Dentulu Website: https://www.dentulu.com/
Shivakumar Chandrasekaran on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivakumarc
Dr. Randeep Singh Gill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-randeep-singh-gill-576580357/
TechDental Website: https://techdental.com/