HONG KONG: Oral cancer remains a significant global health concern, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen prevention efforts and promote early detection. In response, researchers from the University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with the Prince Philip Dental Hospital, have launched the world’s first dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) clinic for patients with potentially malignant oral disorders. Introduced as a new medical service in Hong Kong in April 2025, the clinic uses machine learning-based models to support clinicians in identifying individuals at the highest risk of developing oral cancer. This subsequently facilitates earlier intervention and more rigorous patient monitoring.