Evaluation of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Artificial Intelligence Among Dentists in West Bengal: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Susmit Dutta; Ananya Pal; Bibhas Dey; Sarbojit Chakraborty; Krishnendu Bhowmik

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79430

Evaluation of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Artificial Intelligence Among Dentists in West Bengal: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Author(s)	Dr. Susmit Dutta, Dr. Ananya Pal, Prof. Dr. Bibhas Dey, Dr. Sarbojit Chakraborty, Dr. Krishnendu Bhowmik
Country	India
Abstract	Background: Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare delivery and dental education through applications in diagnosis, radiology, pathology, orthodontics, prosthodontics, research, and patient management. Successful integration depends on dentists’ preparedness and perceptions. Aim: To evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding artificial intelligence among dentists in West Bengal through a cross-sectional online survey. Materials and Methods: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional online survey was conducted among 227 dentists in West Bengal. Data were tabulated using Microsoft Excel and statistically analyzed using GraphPad Prism. Descriptive statistics were expressed as frequency and percentage. The Chi-square (χ²) test was applied for categorical variables, and a P value ≤0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Most respondents were aged 23–34 years (65.6%), male (63.4%), and BDS graduates (57.7%). Awareness of AI was high (93.4%), and 78.9% had used AI to improve knowledge. ChatGPT was the most preferred AI platform (46%). Participants believed AI could improve research quality (74%), support radiological diagnosis (53.7%), assist pathology (65.2%), improve prosthodontic procedures (75.3%), and aid orthodontic treatment planning (70%). Most favored AI training in dental education (89.9%) and curricular updates (81.5%). However, 77.1% disagreed that AI could replace dentists, while 55.5% had never used AI for diagnosis or treatment planning. Conclusion: Dentists in West Bengal demonstrated high awareness and positive attitudes toward AI, although routine clinical implementation remains limited. Incorporating AI education, practical training, and ethical guidelines may promote responsible adoption in dentistry.
Keywords	Artificial intelligence; Dentistry; Knowledge; Attitude; Practice.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-23
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79430

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