Kristen Ranaldo, RDH, BSDH, is a dental hygienist who graduated top of her class from Farmingdale State College in New York in 2015, earning numerous awards, including the Golden Scaler Award for exceptional clinical skills. With over a decade of clinical experience—primarily in periodontal practices—Kristen is IALD Millennium Periolase Hygiene certified and has utilized dental endoscopy throughout her career.

Recognized for her consistent and exceptional clinical outcomes, Kristen became a dental endoscopy expert and trainer, educating dental professionals on minimally invasive, definitive methods for treating all stages of periodontal disease. She has successfully treated countless patients—resolving gingivitis and periodontal disease, as well as diagnosing root fractures and subgingival caries—while emphasizing meticulous home care and ongoing periodontal maintenance.

In addition to her clinical and training work, Kristen is a Professor at Hostos Community College, where she educates and inspires future dental hygienists. She also lectures nationally on periodontics, sharing her expertise in advanced technology, minimally invasive treatment, and strategies to elevate patient care. Kristen believes dental endoscopy is a transformative approach that can benefit every dental practice by improving outcomes and addressing the widespread prevalence of periodontal disease.