In this episode, Dr. Diwakar Kinra sits down with Dr. Kate Quinlin, a brilliant periodontist with a captivating journey in dentistry. From her Pittsburgh roots to college in Tennessee, dental school back in Pittsburgh, and a residency in Chicago, Dr. Quinlin's career took unexpected twists. Join us as she recalls discovering her calling in periodontics through a love of surgery and the ability to forge long-term patient relationships.Dr. Quinlin found her home at Cameo Dental Specialists, a practice that is blazing trails with an interdisciplinary and fully integrated model where periodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons unite under one roof, delivering comprehensive oral health care to patients. Discover how this integrated approach elevates patient outcomes and fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation for the practice team.They also discuss the latest trends in periodontics, emphasizing early diagnosis and the genetic aspects of periodontal disease. Dr. Quinlin also shares insights into the benefits of laser treatment (ALM) for gum disease, promoting less invasive procedures and heightened patient acceptance.Tune in as we delve into the value of work-life balance, the potential for more specialists to join integrated practices, and the future of dentistry, focusing on comprehensive, patient-centric care.Make sure you never miss an episode of The Endo Files by following the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website, or your favorite podcast player. Want to reach out? Message us on our Instagram or LinkedIn pages linked below - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/usendofiles/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/usendopartners Want to Learn more about Specialized Dental Partners? Start your Journey Here: https://partners.specializeddental.com/start/ In or about to enter endodontic residency? Click here to learn how we can support you: https://residents.specializeddental.com/journey/ Looking to join a new practice? Explore your options here: https://partners.specializeddental.com/associates/ Own your own practice? Here's how we can help you take it to the next level: https://partners.specializeddental.com/partners