Introducing the Future of Dental Diagnostics
Both our North Bethesda and Vienna offices now have Pearl AI and it's this amazing FDA-approved artificial intelligence software that helps us read dental images more accurately than ever before.
What does this mean for you? Well, we can now catch things we might have missed before like a cracked tooth and feel even more confident about our diagnoses. It's just another way we are combining our years of specialist experience with really cool technology to make sure you get the best care possible.
We think you are going to love what this means for your treatment!
Key Takeaways
- The only FDA-cleared dental AI that sees what humans miss.
- Traditional exams miss 37% of problems. Pearl AI doesn't.
- See what we see: crystal-clear proof on your X-rays.
- Stronger implants, safer root canals, longer-lasting smiles.
- AI + specialists = dentistry that finally gives peace of mind.

What Is Pearl AI? The First FDA-Cleared Dental AI Technology
The way it works is really incredible. While we are looking at your X-rays or CBCT scans, Pearl AI is analyzing them in real time using these super-smart algorithms. It can spot tiny cavities, early bone loss, infections and other issues that are sometimes so small they are easy to miss even for experienced eyes like ours.
Now, don't worry because our specialists are still very much in charge of your care! This technology isn't replacing their expertise at all. Instead, it's like having an incredibly sharp second pair of eyes working alongside them to spot things as early as possible. It basically amplifies what Dr. Shin and Dr. Kim can already do so well, making sure we don't miss anything important.
The best part? We can give you faster and more accurate answers about what's going on in your mouth and we can catch potential problems when they are still small and easier to treat.
Why Prostho Endo Chose Pearl AI for Enhanced Patient Care
The results speak for themselves because studies have shown that Pearl AI helps dentists catch up to 37% more issues on X-rays compared to what we might spot on our own. That's huge! And you know what that means for you?
One thing our patients really love is how Pearl AI makes it so much easier to understand what's going on. It creates these clear visual overlays right on your X-rays, so instead of us just pointing at some fuzzy spot and saying “see that?”, you can actually see exactly what we are talking about. No more squinting at X-rays wondering what we are looking at!
All of this adds up to better treatment planning, fewer unexpected surprises when we are working on you and ultimately healthier smiles. And here's the thing, this isn't some experimental technology we are testing out on you. Pearl AI is already being used by thousands of dental practices around the world and it went through all those rigorous FDA tests to make sure it really works.
We are just really excited to be able to offer this level of care to our patients here in North Bethesda and Vienna!
“If I could give a 100 stars to Dr Kim, Joe and Karla I would. They were super amazing and very very accommodating. My son had a root canal here and after he said this is the best dentist experience he’s ever had. Super serene and immaculate atmosphere. They are just amazing. 100% customer service perfection and they are very professional and well skilled.”
– Tracy D.
What Pearl AI Means for Our Patients
First off, we're catching problems way earlier than we used to. Those tiny cavities that might have gone unnoticed? We're spotting them now when they're still super small and easy to fix with a simple filling instead of waiting until you need a crown or root canal. Same goes for early bone loss or infections that are just starting. We can jump on them before they become a real headache (literally!).
And here's something our patients absolutely love, you don't have to just take our word for it anymore when we point something out on your X-ray. Pearl AI shows you exactly what we are seeing with these clear overlays right on the image. No more squinting and nodding politely while secretly thinking “I have no idea what they are talking about.” You will actually see it for yourself which makes those treatment conversations so much easier and more honest.
Whether you are here for an implant, root canal, crown, or we are doing a full smile makeover, you can feel confident knowing we are using the absolute best diagnostic tools available today. It's like having a safety net because we are not going to miss anything important and your treatment plan is going to be spot-on from day one.
It just feels good knowing you're getting that level of thorough, precise care, you know?
How Pearl AI Enhances Our Specialized Services
For our implant and crown work, Pearl AI is like having a detective on the case. It'll spot underlying issues that could mess with an implant placement or affect how well a crown fits. Stuff that could cause problems down the road. We want your beautiful new smile to last for decades, so catching these things upfront is huge.

Pearl AI helps us see exactly what's going on in there and then keep track of how you're healing as we go. You know those tough cases where we're really fighting to save a tooth that's on the edge? That's where this technology can be a total game-changer and sometimes that extra precision is what tips the scales between keeping your natural tooth and having to pull it.
But honestly, what we love most is how it supports our whole approach of catching things early. When we can spot problems when they are tiny, we can often fix them with really gentle and conservative treatments that keep more of your natural tooth intact. And that means better results that last longer which is what we all want, right?
Leading the Way in Modern Dentistry Innovation
It feels good knowing we are not just keeping up with the latest advances and we are actually ahead of the curve, bringing you the same cutting-edge technology that the top dental institutions are using.
This is just who we are and we are always learning and always looking for ways to get better. Whether it's taking advanced courses, sharing what we know at conferences around the world, or bringing in the latest techniques and technology, we never want to get comfortable and stop growing.
We figure if the top dental schools and leading practices around the world are using this technology, why shouldn't you have access to it too? You deserve the best care we can possibly give you, and Pearl AI helps us do exactly that.
“Dr. Dongjin (DJ) Shin did an amazing job to my 16y.o son by adding a *veneer* and a *Maryland-bridge” to his front upper teeth. One tooth was missing due to congenital absence (from the birth) and another one was too thin. Dr.Shin made it so precise, fast and naturally looking, I'm so impressed and my son is super happy! In addition, I want to thank the laboratory technician who made a veneer and a bridge ready for installation and came to meet my son to see the final look. What a great team, thank you, guys! We really appreciate and admire your work!”
– Alice K.
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Experience AI-Powered Dentistry Today
Whether you are just coming in for a regular checkup, thinking about sprucing up your smile or dealing with something that's been bothering you, you can relax knowing we are going to catch everything. When we can see more clearly what's going on, we can plan your treatment better and that means way fewer “oh, by the way” moments and results you'll actually be happy with. That peace of mind alone is worth a lot.
We are right here whenever you are ready. North Bethesda or Vienna, whatever works better for you. Just give us a ring or go online and request an appointment, whatever's easiest.
It really is exciting that we can offer this kind of advanced care right in our own backyard. We can't wait to show you what this technology can do and help you feel amazing about your smile again.



