If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to balance patient care while navigating all the buzz about AI in dentistry, you're not alone. But today's episode will help clear the confusion and show you how to use AI to your advantage—starting now.

To break it down, I’ve invited Conner Ludlow, founder of Annie, an AI platform that builds virtual front desk assistants for dental practices. With a background as a software engineer and tech leader, Conner knows exactly where AI is truly helpful—and where the hype gets a little too loud.

In this episode, we explore the real-world uses of AI for dentists today (without needing expensive software), what "AI hallucinations" mean for your practice, and how tools like Annie can stretch your operational dollars without replacing your team. It's a must-listen if you want practical strategies to make technology work for you—not against you.

• AI is a tool, not a silver bullet: It can boost efficiency but still needs human oversight to represent your practice properly.
  
  
• Real-world wins with AI: Practices can save time with AI-generated blogs, better market research, and virtual front desk agents like Annie.
  
  
• Customization is key: The most successful use of AI in a dental office feels personalized—not robotic—thanks to intentional setup and continuous fine-tuning.

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Key Takeaways

01:40 Introduction to AI in Dentistry

04:04 Understanding AI: Hype vs. Reality

07:03 Practical Applications of AI in Dental Practices

09:13 The Role of AI in Marketing and Content Creation

13:20 AI's Limitations and Challenges

17:04 The Future of AI in Dentistry

23:50 Annie: The AI Assistant for Dental Practices

31:06 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Connect with Conner

Want to learn more about how Annie can help your dental practice thrive with AI?

✅ Visit helloannie.com to schedule a demo.

✅ Mention you heard about Annie on the Raving Patients Podcast to get an exclusive discount — half off your setup fee plus savings on your monthly dues!

✅ Explore Annie’s AI tools and see how you can streamline your front desk without replacing your valuable team.

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Follow Conner and Annie for the latest updates:

🔹 Website: https://helloannie.com/

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This podcast is sponsored by Dental Intelligence. Learn more at: https://www.dentalintel.com/

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This podcast is sponsored by The Doc Sites, the leading provider of websites and online marketing for dentists. Find out more at: https://www.docsites.com/

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