VideaHealth and Aspen Dental complete AI rollout

Dental Tribune International

Wed. 18 February 2026

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BOSTON, US: VideaHealth and Aspen Dental have completed one of the largest artificial intelligence (AI) deployments seen in dentistry, rolling out AI technology across more than 1,000 clinics nationwide. The implementation was achieved in a matter of weeks, demonstrating how quickly AI is moving from pilot projects into everyday clinical use. The initiative signals a broader shift towards AI-enabled tools becoming part of everyday patient care, clinician workflows and diagnostic communication.

The rollout centres on the VideaAI platform, which supports dentists during routine appointments by analysing dental images and highlighting potential areas of concern. By integrating directly into existing clinical systems, the technology assists with earlier detection of oral disease, greater consistency in treatment planning and improved clarity of explanations for patients. This approach is designed to support, rather than replace, clinical judgement, helping dentists make more informed decisions while retaining full responsibility for care.

Speaking in a company press release about the rollout, VideaHealth founder and CEO Florian Hillen commented: “Dentistry is entering a period of rapid change. Clinicians are expected to do more in less time while maintaining accuracy, empathy and operational efficiency. Our work with Aspen Dental brings AI directly into that equation, helping teams detect disease earlier, communicate clearly with patients and manage their day with greater confidence and efficiency.”

For patients, the use of VideaAI aims to improve understanding and transparency. Visual, data-driven insights can make diagnoses easier to grasp, enabling more meaningful conversations about treatment options and long-term oral health. Clearer communication may also reduce uncertainty and help patients feel more confident in recommended care plans.

Clinicians and practices are expected to benefit from improved efficiency and reduced administrative burden. By streamlining documentation and standardising aspects of diagnostic review, the AI platform can free up time for direct patient interaction. At scale, this consistency may also help large dental networks deliver a more uniform standard of care across locations.

The speed and size of the Aspen Dental deployment highlight a growing maturity in healthcare AI adoption. Rather than running isolated trials, large organisations are now committing to enterprise-wide implementations. As dentistry continues to embrace digital transformation, this rollout positions AI as a core clinical too and a test of responsible implementation at scale. Patient acceptance may ultimately hinge on how clearly AI’s role is framed. In a multicentre survey spanning six countries, most respondents viewed AI positively in imaging diagnostics as a complement to human judgement.

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