Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping orthodontic practice by delivering customized treatment strategies that enhance both precision and workflow efficiency. This narrative review examines how AI is currently applied in orthodontics, emphasizing its contributions to predicting dental movement, developing patient-specific aligners, shortening treatment duration, and supporting real-time progress tracking. By processing extensive datasets composed of dental images, radiographs, and 3D digital models, AI systems generate individualized treatment solutions that improve therapeutic accuracy and patient outcomes. Intelligent aligner and bracket systems designed with AI assistance apply optimized mechanical forces, leading to faster and more comfortable treatments. Moreover, AI-based telemonitoring platforms allow patients to oversee their progress remotely, reducing in-office visits and increasing accessibility to orthodontic care. Future perspectives discussed in this review include integrating AI with robotic systems for procedural automation, utilizing predictive orthodontics for early diagnosis and intervention, and employing 3D printing for on-demand device fabrication. Despite its promise, AI adoption faces obstacles such as data protection issues, algorithmic bias, and high implementation costs. Nonetheless, continued advancements in AI are expected to further streamline orthodontic workflows, promoting treatments that are more patient-focused, efficient, and clinically effective. This review highlights AI’s transformative influence on contemporary orthodontics and its potential to redefine the future of dental care.
