Funding Secured by Trust AI for Revolutionizing Dentistry Practices in the United States, Amounting to $6 Million
Trust AI, a San Francisco-based dental AI startup, has made waves in the dental industry by securing a $6 million seed round, the largest ever for a dental technology startup. This funding will be used to hire new talent and drive product development.
The startup's AI assistant, named Isaac, is already being used by over 3,000 dentists without any marketing spend. Isaac offers real-time diagnostic support, treatment planning, radiographic analysis, and workflow automation, making it a valuable tool for dental practices.
Isaac is a one brain, multiple superpowers platform. It can answer clinical questions, manage the front desk, analyze radiographs, and navigate insurance complexities. One of its standout features is its ability to handle complex diagnostic challenges with nuance and context, acting like a dental expert on call.
Insurance companies may instantly accept Isaac-verified plans, and the startup has integrated with over 3,500 insurance payers to streamline insurance verification and claims processing.
Trust AI was founded in 2023 by a team with deep experience in hands-on care and deep tech innovation. The team includes Dr. Bernard Casse (CEO and AI entrepreneur), Dr. Divian Patel (clinical founder and multi-site dental practice owner), and Dr. Shervin Molayem (periodontist and dental tech advocate).
The idea for Trust AI was born when Dr. Casse showcased an early AI receptionist, prompting Dr. Patel to ask, "Forget the receptionist, can we make this clinically intelligent?" This question led to the development of Isaac, the world's first dental-specialized large language model, refined by clinical experts.
The funding round was led by dental industry leaders, including Wehrle Implant Immersion Centre, Goetze Dental, Rockwood Programs, and a group of other prominent dentists. With this backing, Trust AI aims to modernize dentistry's infrastructure and revolutionize the industry as the first AI-native practice management system by 2026.
Within five years, dental students may learn with Isaac as their digital backbone. The platform is accessible 24/7 via web, voice call, or WhatsApp, making it an invaluable resource for busy dental practices. As the trend of outdated technology consuming excessive time continues, Isaac's AI-driven treatment workflows may soon become the norm, similar to digital X-rays.
Trust AI has emerged from stealth mode with a mission to address the issue of over 7,000 dentists exiting the profession annually, a trend that remains largely unaddressed. The startup's rapid user adoption in just weeks is a testament to the need for modern, efficient technology in the dental industry.
