Perceptive completes automated dental procedure with AI-driven robot

Perceptive today announced the completion of a fully automated dental procedure on a human using its advanced robotic system.

Boston-based Perceptive designed its technology with integrated advanced imaging, AI and robotics. It aims to set a new standard of care in dentistry.

So far, the startup has raised $30 million. Its investors include PDS Health, Dr. Ed Zuckerberg (father of Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg), Innospark Ventures, KdT Ventures, Primavera Capital, Plaisance Capital, Y Combinator, and others.

The company’s dental robotics system uses AI-driven 3D imaging software with a robotic arm. Starting with restorative dentistry, Perceptive said its robot enables speed and precision in dental procedures. The proprietary system aims to complete tasks like crown placements in just 15 minutes. According to the company, current crown placements require two office visits of at least one hour each.

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