Community polls

Quick polls on clinical practice, education and the profession.

• "Spit test" future: Systematic reviews show saliva can carry biomarkers for periodontal disease, caries, oral cancer, diabetes, CVD, autoimmune disease, and more. If a rapid chairside salivary test became available tomorrow, what would you MOST want it to screen for?
• Generative AI in dentistry: Recent reviews suggest generative AI will impact treatment planning, education, and patient communication in our field. How do you feel about it?
• AI vs human eye: Recent studies report AI systems reaching around 90–95% accuracy in detecting caries and other lesions on radiographs. Where do you stand?
• How often do you participate in journal clubs or formal case discussions?
• Do you routinely screen older adults (65+) for oral function issues like chewing, swallowing, and dry mouth as part of exam?
• Which emerging technology do you believe will have the biggest impact on dental education in Saudi Arabia over the next 5 years?
• Do you use Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) in your clinical practice?
• As we transition to 'Supported Practice' in 2026, where do you see the most immediate value for AI in your daily clinical workflow?
• When do you most often prescribe CBCT in your practice?