# Robotic Dental Patient Japanese Simroid Responds to Pain By Nisara | Published 2007-12-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simroid-japanese-humanoid-dental-patient References: [pinktentacle](http://www.pinktentacle.com/2007/11/simroid-dentistry-in-the-uncanny-valley-video/) Simroid, a robotic dental patient, was unveiled at the 2007 International Robot Exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. The faux patient has a realistic human appearance, Simroid actually looks like an attractive young woman with long black hair. The robot also can listen and follow instructions. Developed by [Kokoro Company Ltd.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gemma), this [humanoid robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-humanoid) had been created to be a [training tool for dentists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-dentistry1). With numerous sensors in its mouth, it can say "it hurts" or "ouch" when it feels pain or uncomfortable from the dental drill, or even moving the eyes or hands. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Robotic Patients:** The development of robotic patients presents opportunities for realistic and interactive training tools in various industries. - **Humanoid Robots:** Advancements in humanoid robots offer potential for creating lifelike and responsive beings for different applications. - **Sensory Technology:** The integration of sophisticated sensors in robots opens up possibilities for enhanced realism and interaction in training simulations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** Robotic patients can revolutionize medical training by providing realistic scenarios for doctors, dentists, and other healthcare professionals. - **Education:** Humanoid robots like Simroid can serve as practical teaching tools in dental schools, medical universities, and other educational institutions. - **Automotive:** The application of sensory technology in humanoid robots can be applied to enhance the training of automotive technicians and mechanics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Healthcare Assistant Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthcare-assistant-robot.md) - [AI-Powered Dental Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-dental-camera.md) - [AI-Based Children Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robin-the-robot.md) - [AI-Based Dental Analysis Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dentalxrai-pro.md) - [Disability-Aiding Robotic Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coraprox.md) - [Socially Motivating Companion Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-companion-robot.md) - [AI Emotional Support Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romi-lacatan.md) - [Interactive Companion Care-Bots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourier-g3.md) - [AI-Powered Dental Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-predict.md)