Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH
July 10, 2025Artificial Intelligence in the Operatory: Tools for Today
Dental hygienist, educator, and Hygiene Edge co-founder Melia Lewis, RDH, joins the Alta AI Learning Series to share her real-world take on how AI is showing up in daily hygiene workflows—and how it can actually help prevent burnout rather than cause it.
From diagnostic imaging to perio charting and patient communication, Melia breaks down where AI fits in today’s operatory and what dental teams should be thinking about now.
This is practical, real, and refreshingly honest—the kind of perspective only someone who’s still in the chair can give.
Key takeaways:
- AI as a Second Set of Eyes: How AI can confirm, clarify, or flag what you’re seeing—without replacing your clinical judgment
- Voice-Powered Perio and Clinical Charting: Save time and reduce end-of-day burnout
- Better Patient Education: Highlight bone loss, caries, and treatment plans visually
- Smarter Communication: Automate reminders, messages, and follow-ups
- Ethical & Practical Considerations: How to embrace AI without compromising care
- Real-Life Workflow Tips: Start small, evaluate often, and build a system that actually works
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From Melia:
“Using AI as a second opinion really helps confirm or clarify what you’re seeing—and supports your diagnosis. It’s not replacing us. It’s helping us be better.”