Revolutionary App AICaries Fights Severe Tooth Decay in Underserved Children
A groundbreaking project is underway to combat severe tooth decay among children in underserved communities. The University of Rochester's Eastman Institute for Oral Health, alongside New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry and Columbia University researchers, is developing a revolutionary app store app called AICaries. This innovative tool aims to detect tooth decay in its early, reversible stage and provide essential support to families and children.
The AICaries app, currently in testing and validation, uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in imaging recognition for caries detection. It is designed to inform users if a child's tooth shows signs of decay and offer educational content on prevention strategies. Furthermore, the app guides users to available dentists, locations, and insurance information, ensuring children receive timely and appropriate dental care.
The project is led by a distinguished team, including Principal Investigators Dr. Jin Xiao, Dr. Kevin Fiscella, and Dr. Jiebo Luo, along with other medical center specialists and community partners. It is funded by a two-year grant from the National Institutes for Health's Department of Health and Human Services, supporting the finalization of the app store app's prototype and its development and improvement. The project has also received backing from prominent political figures, such as U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.
The AICaries app promises to significantly improve early detection and prevention of severe tooth decay among children in underserved communities. With the support of leading institutions, researchers, and political figures, this innovative app store app is poised to make a tangible difference in oral health outcomes for countless children.
