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The assessment focused on primary caries detection and the total number of primary and secondary caries based on panoramic radiographs (OPGs). Methods: Three dentists with similar expertise independently classified teeth for treatment using only panoramic radiographs and their clinical knowledge. The study was conducted under single-blind conditions, where clinicians were unaware that their diagnoses would be compared to the AI system\u2019s analysis. Results: The AI system\u2019s agreement with human evaluations varied depending on tooth location, patient age, and gender. The lowest agreement was observed for premolars, likely due to limitations of 2D imaging, while higher accuracy was found for molars and incisors, particularly in younger patients. The system showed limitations in detecting occlusal, labial, and lingual caries. Conclusions: AI-assisted radiographic analysis has the potential to enhance diagnostic efficiency and automation in dentistry. 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