Casey’s time at the Happy Elephant camp in Thailand was a pause from clinics and credentials—and a reminder of why care, in any form, matters. Traveling through the country, she immersed herself in work that was physical, humbling, and far removed from dental operatories, yet deeply aligned with her values. Before and after Thailand, Casey also worked as a dental hygienist in Germany, navigating a very different professional system with the same curiosity and resilience. This excerpt offers a glimpse into that chapter of her journey. You can read more about Casey’s professional path in her bio on the site, or follow her broader travels and reflections on her own blog.
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