556 The Endoscope: Seeing What We've Been Missing in Dental Hygiene
A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastShow Notes
Jessica and Dave welcome Judy Carroll, RDH, Founder and Clinical Director of PerioPeak Innovations, to discuss how periodontal endoscopy is changing the way hygienists assess and treat periodontal disease.
With 36 years of clinical experience, Judy shares her expertise on:
How periodontal endoscopy works and its evolution in hygiene.
How visualization can improve clinical decision-making and calculus detection.
The connection between endoscopy, biofilm management, and periodontal outcomes.
Common misconceptions, barriers, and training considerations.
The future of visualization technology in periodontal care.
More affordable, hygiene-focused approaches for treating teeth traditionally considered hopeless.
Learn more about Judy's work and periodontal endoscopy at www.periopeak.com and connect with @periopeak on social media.
Resources www.periopeak.com www.facebook.com/periopeak/ linkedin.com/in/periopeak/ @periopeak Guest: Judy Carroll, RDH | [email protected] Hosts: Jessica and Dave | [email protected] | [email protected]
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