While AI in dentistry isn't entirely new, with platforms like Pearl's Second Opinion, Diagnocat, and Velmeni's Second Dentist already making strides in the field, a new player has entered the arena - Eyes of AI.
Eyes of AI is a cloud-based software suite that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to assist dental professionals in segmentation, pathology detection, and cephalometric analysis. As dental practices increasingly adopt digital workflows, the need for efficient, accurate, and consistent radiographic analysis continues to grow, especially in orthodontics.
Eyes of AI steps into this landscape with the promise to enhance diagnostic capabilities and streamline workflows, building upon the foundation laid by its predecessors. While Second Opinion (by Pearl) and Second Dentist (by Velmeni) focus on pathology detection in dental radiographs, Eyes of AI brings its own distinct approach to the field with specialized tools for cephalometric analysis, pathology detection, and 3D CBCT segmentation.
So what sets Eyes of AI apart in this competitive field? How does it compare to existing solutions? As we review the features and capabilities of Eyes of AI, we'll explore how it fits into the broader context of AI in dentistry and what unique value it brings to dental professionals.
AI-Powered Suite
Eyes of AI is not just a single tool, but a suite of AI-powered solutions designed to cover major dental X-rays. The company's vision is to make it easier for clinicians to view, analyze, report, and share X-rays. Let's explore the key components of this suite:
EAI TRACE: AI-Powered Cephalometric Analysis
EAI TRACE is currently available as a paid subscription, with AI runs as low as 21 cents per Cephalometric X-ray upload:
- Speed: The AI identifies, annotates, and traces 151 orthodontic landmarks on cephalometric X-rays.
- Analysis: The software offers 10 lateral cephalometric analyses, including Jefferson, Steiner, Björk-Jarabak, Downs, McNamara, Tweed, McGann, Ricketts, Wits, and Eastman.
- Reporting: The software calculates measurements based on several analyses within 10-15 seconds and generates professional, easy-to-read PDF reports.
- Patient Management: EAI TRACE includes an interface for managing patient and X-ray records.
"It's important to note that while some advanced features are reserved for a release later in the year, the current version, which recently launched, provides a solid foundation for orthodontic analysis and treatment planning.
EAI Detect: The Next Step in Detection
Currently under development, EAI Detect aims to complement existing AI pathology detection tools. While details about its specific capabilities are still emerging, this tool promises to assist in identifying abnormalities in 2D X-rays, potentially adding another layer of diagnostic support to dental practices.
EAI Segment: Advanced 3D Analysis
Another interesting offering in the suite is the EAI Segment, which includes CBCT segmentation.
With the ability to delineate over 135+ anatomical structures, this tool may offer particular value for endodontists and specialists working with 3D imaging, with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) like Vatech in the process of integrating this technology into their CBCT machines
The software can generate detailed models of:
- Mandible and maxilla
- Individual teeth
- Sinuses
- Airways
- Mandibular canals
User Support and Resources
To help users navigate the software, Eyes of AI provides support materials. This includes a FAQ document and a series of instructional videos that guide users through various features and functions of the software. These resources are available for those exploring the beta version of EAI TRACE.
Positioning in the AI Dental Software Landscape
The AI dental software market is undergoing a period of growth and diversification, with solutions emerging across diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient engagement. However, much of the current innovation has centered around radiographic pathology detection on 2D X-rays. This leaves an important gap in the realm of 3D imaging and especially orthodontics - domains that are both clinically demanding and commercially significant. Eyes of AI differentiates itself by deliberately focusing on this segment of the market.
What truly elevates Eyes of AI within this space is its particular emphasis on orthodontics, where cephalometric tracing remains both a time-intensive and highly specialized process. By automating lat ceph tracing with precision, the platform addresses a critical bottleneck in orthodontic workflows, enabling practitioners to focus more on clinical strategy and patient outcomes rather than tedious technical tasks.
This orthodontic alignment, combined with its ability to unlock deeper value from 3D datasets, positions Eyes of AI as a unique solution in a landscape still dominated by general-purpose diagnostic tools. In doing so, it not only captures the attention of orthodontists and oral surgeons but also reshapes expectations of what AI can deliver in dental imaging, signaling a move toward specialist-driven, high-value applications that elevate both efficiency and clinical precision.
Looking Forward
As Eyes of AI prepares for its full launch this coming year, several key considerations emerge:
- Integration Potential: How will Eyes of AI integrate with existing dental practice workflows and other AI tools?
- Clinical Impact: What role will its advanced segmentation capabilities play in treatment planning and patient communication?
- Market Position: How will its feature set evolve to complement or compete with established AI dental software?
Conclusion
Eyes of AI represents an interesting addition to the growing field of AI-assisted dental software. While its EAI TRACE tool is newly launched and EAI Detect remains in development, the comprehensive approach to imaging analysis - particularly through EAI Segment's advanced segmentation capabilities - suggests potential value for dental practices, especially those focused on orthodontics and endodontics.
As with any AI tool in dentistry, it's important to remember that these technologies are designed to assist, not replace, professional judgment. The software appropriately includes disclaimers reminding users that results should be reviewed by trained dental professionals before final diagnosis.
We look forward to seeing how Eyes of AI develops as it moves toward full release, particularly how it will complement existing AI solutions in the dental technology ecosystem. For practices considering AI integration, Eyes of AI offers another option worth exploring, especially for those interested in advanced imaging analysis and orthodontic applications.
Note: This overview is based on current beta features and company information. Capabilities may expand or change with the full release.
Hello Doctor,
Thank you for this information on Eyes of AI.
Could you also explain the relationship between Eyes of AI and the Dentsply Sirona Orthophos S?
Can these 2 tools complement each other and in what ways?
Thx for your excellent information.
Stewart
Hey Stewart, thanks for the kind words. You can export lat cephs from your DS device and upload them to the Eyes of AI platform for AI analysis.
In saying that, a lot of AI analysis is coming to DS Core in the future no doubt, it will be interesting to watch how that space evolves for Dentsply Sirona.