Beyond the Scope: Mastering Team Microscope Endodontics – Ep. 88
In this insightful episode of Endo Voices, host Dr. Marcus Johnson sits down with Australian endodontist, educator and author Dr. Kehn Yapp to explore the art and science of team microscope endodontics. Drawing on principles developed through his training with microscope pioneer Dr. Gary Carr, Dr. Yapp shares how thoughtful operatory design, assistant integration and a systematic approach to clinical workflow can help endodontists minimize wasted movement, improve efficiency and practice more comfortably throughout their careers.
From mastering low magnification and optimizing depth of field to positioning the patient, organizing instruments and training assistants to anticipate each stage of treatment, Drs. Johnson and Yapp take a practical look at what it means to truly work as a team under the microscope. Whether you are new to microscope endodontics or looking to refine an established workflow, this episode offers practical strategies for creating a more precise, efficient and sustainable way to practice.
Endo Voices is generously sponsored by Endodontic Practice Partners.
Episode Resources
- Yapp, K. E., & Aznar Portoles, C. (2024). Team microscope endodontics: Carr’s guidelines to best practice. Springer Nature Switzerland. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-70188-7
- Yapp, K. E., Brennan, P., & Ekpo, E. (2023). The effect of clinical history on diagnostic performance of endodontic cone-beam CT interpretation. Clinical Radiology, 78(5), 360–368. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crad.2022.12.005
- Yapp, K. E., Brennan, P., & Ekpo, E. (2022). The effect of clinical history on diagnostic imaging interpretation—A systematic review. Academic Radiology, 29(2), 255–266. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acra.2020.10.021
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