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Why I Use…Second Opinion

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By: Dental Product Shopper
4/9/2025

AI-assisted radiograph review improves clinical consistency and boosts case acceptance chairside

 

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MATT NEJAD, DDS

Dr. Nejad is a highly regarded figure in the world of dentistry, practicing full time in Beverly Hills, CA, where his thriving practice has become a beacon of quality and innovation in the fi eld of biomimetic and esthetic dentistry. He attended the University of Southern California School of Dentistry, where his clinical proficiency in prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and advanced reconstructive cases earned him well-deserved recognition. During his time at USC, he was selected for an intensive esthetic and biomimetic training program. His performance in this program eventually led to his return as an instructor, further elevating his training and experience. Beyond his private practice, Dr. Nejad’s influence extends to dental education. He has delivered captivating lectures and conducted hands-on workshops not only across the U.S. but also on an international stage. He dedicates himself to sharing his expertise and helping mentor thousands of dentists worldwide through the Nejad Institute.

 

Dr. Matt Nejad’s expertise in biomimetic and esthetic dentistry, paired with his personalized approach to treatment, has earned him a “very high trust rating” with his patients. But since implementing Pearl’s Second Opinion—a real-time AI platform that makes it easier to read radiographs and communicate findings to patients—in his Beverly Hills, CA, practice, that level of trust has reached new heights. With AI as his second set of eyes, Dr. Nejad has taken patient care and confidence to the next level. Here’s how.

 

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As a dentist committed to patient-centered care and conservative, ethical treatment, Second Opinion has become an indispensable part of my practice. The AI-powered software automatically analyzes x-rays in real time, detecting common issues like early caries, periapical infections, calculus buildup, bone loss, fractures, and restoration margins that warrant closer inspection. Its toggleable, color-coded overlays make these findings instantly clear, delivering many key benefits.

 

Streamlined Communication, Superior Care

 

Explaining x-rays to patients can be a challenge—many struggle to understand what they’re seeing and comprehend the importance of recommended treatment. With Second Opinion, communicating findings couldn’t be faster or easier. If I want to discuss a notable margin, I simply point to the highlighted area on the screen.

 

The platform also generates easy-to-read reports, so patients can review AI findings in a clear, colorful PDF. Even for early-stage concerns that don’t require immediate treatment, such as incipient caries, visualizing the issue reinforces good oral hygiene habits and sets the stage for monitoring.

 

Second Opinion also empowers my staff. Team members who are less experienced in reading radiographs can engage more confidently in the diagnostic process. Now, when patients ask questions during imaging, my assistant can say, “It looks like you have a cavity, but the doctor will confirm it and let you know if treatment is needed.”

 

Perhaps most importantly, Second Opinion serves as a safety net against missed diagnoses. We all occasionally overlook things, especially when we’re hyper-focused on a specific area. I’ve had cases where I was scrutinizing a restoration margin so closely that I missed other issues—until the AI flagged them. It's a great tool for minimizing these missed opportunities and ensuring the most thorough patient care possible.

 

Embracing Better Dentistry

 

Embracing AI-driven innovations is essential to becoming a more efficient, effective provider. When I review x-rays, I always want a second pass, and Second Opinion lets me do one myself and one with AI. Plus, by speeding up diagnosis explanations, I save time in every appointment—time I can give back to my patients and staff. I wouldn’t want to practice without it.

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