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Informed Consent in AI-Augmented Dentistry and Dental Research: A Scoping Review

Tamara Mihut, Corina Marilena Cristache, Luminita Oancea, Victor Nimigean · Dentistry Journal · 2026

Background/Objectives: Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in dental diagnostics, treatment planning, documentation, and research. However, there is limited synthesis of how informed consent should be understood and operationalized in AI-augmented dentistry. This scoping review aimed to map the existing literature on informed consent in AI-assisted dental care and dental research, identify conceptual and practical gaps, and synthesize key domains relevant to ethically robust implementation. Methods: This review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA-ScR and the review question was developed using the Population–Concept–Context framework. Searches were performed in PubMed, Web of Science, and ClinicalKey, supplemented by Google Scholar and reference list screening. English-language sources published between January 2015 and January 2026 were considered if they addressed informed consent, patient information, autonomy, transparency, accountability, or governance in relation to AI use in dentistry or dental research. Results: Of 2624 records identified, 30 sources were included. The reviewed literature consistently emphasized the importance of disclosing AI involvement,

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