all perio’s- are fucking weirdos ! A Melbourne woman says she was left stunned when her dentist called police during a routine appointment—all because she didn’t want artificial intelligence used to record her medical notes. Caerwin Martin, 52, attended a specialist check-up for persistent tooth pain earlier this week. She says the appointment took an unexpected turn when the periodontist asked for her consent to use an AI program to assist with note-taking and referrals. Martin, who is a musician and composer, declined due to concerns about privacy and data security. She said she did not want her personal medical information uploaded into any AI system. According to Martin, her refusal triggered a tense reaction. “I’m still shocked,” she said. “I never imagined I’d have police called on me for simply saying I didn’t want AI used in my consultation.” She says the periodontist appeared visibly irritated, examined her teeth briefly, and then abruptly told her she needed a referral. When she again expressed concerns about AI, Martin claims he insisted her worries were “legally untrue” before becoming increasingly agitated. Martin says that as she went to pay at reception, the dentist followed her into the waiting room and instructed staff to call police. The receptionist, confused by the escalation, made the emergency call while Martin sat quietly to wait for officers. When police arrived, they assessed the situation and allowed her to leave without further issue. Feeling unsettled, Martin later contacted the Dental Board of Australia for guidance. She says the board reassured her that she had every right to decline the use of AI and that no patient can be forced to consent to digital tools in their care. For Martin, the incident highlights what she believes is a growing need to discuss how AI is used in healthcare settings. “I have ethical reasons for not wanting AI involved in my medical records,” she said. “I don’t trust the security, and I want my information handled only by qualified professionals.” She also referenced her broader concerns as an artist. Last month, the federal government moved to prevent AI companies from using Australian creative works to train their systems without permission—an issue Martin says directly affects people like her. “I’m already boycotting AI in my work,” she said. “I just want the right to say no, especially when it comes to my health.” Martin says she has not heard from the clinic since the confrontation and is now seeking a new dental specialist.