Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast
A roundtable podcast with your hosts, Dr. Pam Maragliano-Muniz and Dr. David Rice. Join us as we bring notable guest contributors from all parts of dentistry every week. We discuss the topics that every business owner wants to know, including practice management, discussions for students and new grads, new and existing technologies and products, and hot-button issues circulating in our dental forums.
Episodes
Buckle up for a captivating journey through the realities of post-dental school life in this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked. Join Drs. David Rice and Pam Maragliano-Muniz as they sit down with a young dentist who fearlessly shares her remarkable story of navigating the transition from dental school to practice. From the highs of academic achievement to the lows of grappling with massive student debt, she paints a raw and hone...
We know that tooth whitening systems vary, but one constant is that patients commonly lose their trays or need new trays after completing dental procedures. Well, there's a new system worth checking out! Join Drs. Pamela Maragliano and John Flucke as they deep dive into Philips Sonicare Teeth Whitening Kits. Designed specifically as an at-home whitening treatment, these kits offer a convenient and effective solution for patients....
Are you ready for some honest conversations about the dentist-hygienist dynamic? Tune in to this week's episode of our podcast, where Drs. David Rice and Pam Maragliano-Muniz sit down with dental hygienists Danielle Avila and Laura Bettencourt for a candid discussion. Let's face it, frustrations can arise on both sides of the dental chair, but it's time to address them head-on. Together, we'll explore the common peeves that hygieni...
Are you a dentist looking to streamline your practice without compromising quality??
Tune in to Dentistry Unmasked podcast where Drs. David Rice and Pam Maragliano-Muniz take a deep dive into the world of direct dental restorations with Dr. Nada Albatish. Composite restorations can be challenging, as each step must be meticulously accomplished for a great outcome and missteps can result in poor aesthetics, post-op sensitivity, dimi...
Our offices are not as safe as we think they are as evidenced by the recent attacks on dental offices resulting in the death of a dentist. Today we are joined by retired police Lt., Frank Borelli to talk about what we should do, what we are allowed to do, and how to reprogram our minds in the moment of an attack.
What would you do if someone walked through your front door waving a gun? Get all of that crucial information in this ep...
Step into the world of dental practice transitions with our latest episode, where we unravel the complexities of selling your practice to a DSO! Drs. David Rice and Pamela Maragliano-Muniz delve into the intriguing trend of dentists turning to DSOs for lucrative practice sales, but with a crucial twist—Our guest Brannon Moncrief unveils the top mistakes dentists often make in this process. Before you take the leap, are you armed wi...
Prepare to be shocked and enlightened in our latest podcast episode as we delve into the dark world of bootleg continuing education! Join us as we sit down Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus, who has experienced the nightmare of having his content stolen, repackaged under a different name, and sold at bargain prices. In this eye-opening conversation, we explore the devastating impact of bootleg CE on both educators and unsuspecting buyers. Fro...
We continue our discussion with Dr. Alan Mead and Gary Kadi as we take a deeper dive into the critical topic of substance abuse among dentists in the riveting Part 2 of our Dentistry Unmasked podcast episode! Join us as we uncover the risks of the potential consequences of substance abuse as we ask: Are dentists that struggle with substance abuse at risk for losing their dental licenses? In this eye-opening discussion, we examine t...
Prepare to confront a crucial issue in the dental profession head-on in our latest episode! Join David Rice and Pam Maragliano-Muniz as they delve into the sobering reality of substance abuse among dentists, a problem that often starts in dental school and continues into professional life. In this candid conversation with Dr. Alan Mead and Gary Kadi, we shine a light on the factors that contribute to this alarming trend and offer v...
When smart phones became the norm and Google paid owns the first spots on everyone’s device - When 65% of organic traffic on social media is fake - When .03% is the average conversion rate - it’s time to reassess your investment. Join us for a zero fluff sesh with author and marketing guru, Abe Kasbo. We’re guessing you don’t want to be a media company - you want to be a dentist. Reach out to Abe - https://verasoni.com/team/abe-k...
What do you do when hygiene is at capacity and your dentist schedule is full … of non-profitable procedures … you don’t enjoy?? Practices cycle and when you feel most out of control - turns out - you’re the most in control. So long as you take action when it’s happening! Join us and our guest, John Riley. You’ll leave knowing the four phases every practice walks through- where you are - and how to maximize your opportunity.
If you’re calling a friend or if you’re in a FB groups anonymously asking for help on what equipment to buy, there’s a not so secret those in the know … know. You don’t trust your reps! What if could know you were buying exactly what you need? What if you knew it was the best price? Interested?!? Check out this week’s episode with AI master, Yasin Abbak. Data is data. You can be more profitable.
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Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of dental practice ownership with our latest episode! Join hosts David and Pam as they sit down with Dr. Weston Spencer, a cosmetic dentist with a fascinating trajectory—from solo practitioner to a partner in a thriving dentist-owned DSO. In this captivating conversation, we explore the age-old question: Is more really more when it comes to practice ownership? Whether you're consider...
We are smart people. We are a group who have relied on our ability to be self reliant and problem solvers. But do we think we know better when it comes to preparing our practices to be purchased? Graig Presti is on today to talk about some common mistakes dentists do that end up ruining their plans for retirement or moving to the next project. We also talk about the things that the smartest docs are doing, so if you want to be in...
Embarking on a partnership with a Dental Service Organization (DSO) can be a daunting decision for dentists, fraught with uncertainties about autonomy, practice dynamics, and professional perception. Will patients and peers view the move as "selling out"? In our upcoming podcast episode, hosts David and Pam engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Chip Fichtner to explore the intriguing concept of Invisible DSOs (IDSOs). These...
There is nothing a DSO wants more than to cause you confusion when you're considering selling your practice. Kevin Cumbus comes on the show today to tell you the top things acquiring DSOs do to cause chaos and to ensure they they the better end of the deal. So don't be fooled by the "limited time offer" they give you and reach out to an M&A advisor like Tusk Partners.
Your employee gets too drunk at a work function and gets in a car accident. There is a CE course your RDH wants to take out of state and you agree to pay for the travel but there is a mishap during the flight. WHAT ARE YOU LIABLE FOR!?
As dentists, we try to do the right things by our employees. We try to weave fun and rewards into the often stressful workday. But at what point will we be punished for our good deeds? William Presco...
You cannot miss this episode. As Dr. Austin put it - “It doesn’t have to be a special season for dentists to be depressed”... In other words, we are talented enough to get there on our own.
This episode is a shoutout to this time of year where we all feel off, the days are short, the darkness seemingly stays around forever, and we do some crazy things to try to make us feel better. The coping strategies we employ - Sex, Drugs, A...
Calling all existing and aspiring dental practice owners! In our latest podcast episode, hosts David and Pam engage in a candid conversation with Dr. Brian Baliwas, aka @sfdentalnerd, to uncover the harsh reality that many dental professionals face—getting ripped off by service providers. If you own a dental practice or are contemplating practice ownership, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Baliwas sheds light on common services t...
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