Communication Optimized with AI for Dentistry (CoAID) to Improve Dental Care Talks
Official title: Communication Optimization via Artificial Intelligence for Dentistry (CoAID): Validating a Three-Stage Digital Health Platform to Enhance Dental Care Communication
Funded at Intellident Systems INC · NIH-11314089 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A new AI-powered tool helps dentists and patients communicate better during visits, before, during, and after dental procedures like implants and surgeries.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Intellident Systems INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palmetto Bay, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2026 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $304,974 |
| NIH project number | 1R41DE035767-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11314089 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients undergoing routine checkups, restorative procedures, or complex oral surgeries who speak different languages or may have cognitive barriers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require enhanced communication support or who choose not to use digital health tools.
What this research studies
This project aims to validate and refine CoAID, an AI-enabled module embedded in a cloud dental platform, to improve how patients understand and engage with their care. It will test pre-visit scripts, real-time in-visit summaries, and post-visit follow-up messages to support clearer conversations. The work includes usability testing, human factors evaluation, and technical checks to ensure the tool fits smoothly into dental workflows. The focus is on oral surgery and dental implant scenarios where clear communication is especially crucial.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, CoAID could lead to better understanding, adherence to care plans, and smoother dental experiences for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous AI communication tools in healthcare have shown potential to improve understanding and satisfaction, with mixed results depending on integration and usability.
Where this research is happening
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Intellident Systems INC
Palmetto Bay, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yaraghi, Niam — Intellident Systems INC
- Study coordinator: Yaraghi, Niam
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.