In this episode of Spilling the Teath, Alan Mutton is joined by Dr Padma Gadiyar, dentist, multi-practice owner and founder of Smilo.ai, to explore how AI is transforming dentistry.

Drawing on experience across clinical practice, business ownership and healthcare technology, Padma shares a practical perspective on how dentists can adopt AI responsibly while navigating compliance, regulationand patient expectations.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Why compliance and data privacy must be the foundation of any technology adoption
2. Where AI is already being used safely in dentistry
3. The gaps between innovation and regulation and what that means for practice owners
4. How virtual care and patient engagement are changing the standard of care
5. Practical steps to start adopting AI without overwhelming your team
6. How AI can support clinician wellbeing and reduce decision fatigue
7. What makes a dental practice deal ready and how digital maturity impacts valuations

Whether you are a practice owner, clinician or part of a growing dental group, this episode offers a clear and practical view on how to future proof your practice.

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