Biophotonics deals with the interaction between light and biological matter, by integrating the knowledge of physics, chemistry, engineering, biology, and medicine to solve specific biomedical or life science issues. Its innate ability to provide non-invasive, highly sensitive tissue information and induce specific localized tissue ablation renders biophotonics to be a vital aspect in enhancing dental healthcare. This article aims to provide an overview of contemporary biophotonics-based technologies and their applications in dental research and clinical practice