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    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.

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    How to practice problem-based dentistry
    Is owning a practice all it’s cracked up to be—or has the dream turned into a daily grind? This week, David and Pam sit down with Scott Manning to tackle the disconnect between...
    The great clinical exit: What’s driving dentists to pivot? With Sonja Reddy
    Is stepping away from clinical dentistry a sign of burnout—or could it be a bold move toward something more fulfilling? Dr. Sonya Reddy joins Pam and David for an honest, insightful...
    What happened to Dental Products Report (DPR)? with John Flucke
    If you’ve been wondering what happened to Dental Products Report (DPR), this week’s episode is for you. Dr. John Flucke is here to unpack DPR's sudden closure and more.
    What's new in salivary diagnostics, caries, and oral sex (with Dr
    In this week's episode, Dr. Brian Novy is here to talk about new innovations in patient care you may not have heard of. Exciting breakthroughs in preventive dentistry are happening...
    Next-level dentistry: Reconstructing occlusion for TMD patients with Dr
    In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam sit down with Dr. John Nosti, a master in functional and esthetic rehabilitation, to talk occlusion and TMD treatment.
    How to grow your online dental brand, according to @BloodyToothGuy
    In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam are joined by Dr. Jason Auerbach, aka @BloodyToothGuy on Instagram. Whether you're a social media skeptic or ready to level...
    What to do and how to prevent a dental data breach or ransomware attack with Dr
    Don’t wait until it’s too late—cyber attacks can be detrimental to your dental practice. Tune in to this episode of Dentistry Unmasked to learn about how to safeguard your practice...
    Prioritizing perio and oral-systemic health with Kelly Overton!
    In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Drs. Pam and David are joined by Kelly Overton, RDH, as they dive into the importance of effective patient communication. Is your team delivering...
    The dos and don'ts of DIY practice ownership with Jonathan Miller
    Why learn the hard way when you can avoid costly mistakes from the start? In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and David sit down with Jonathan Miller to uncover the most...
    Marketing that works might be closer than you think with Jaclyn Nona
    Is your dental office’s social media page blending into the background? Don’t settle for generic, unengaging content! Tune in to this episode of Dentistry Unmasked and discover...
    Your dental hygienist doesn't have to hate you
    Over the past few years, there has been a growing tension between dentists trained overseas and dental hygienists. Erika Flateau, RDH, joins Pam and David on this week's episode...
    Sleep your way to success: Sleep dentistry 101 with Teresa Power
    Join Pam, David, and founder of SleepBetterNYC, Teresa Power, in this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked to learn how to sleep your way to success.
    How a (dental) bill becomes a law
    Dr. Abe Abdul joins Drs. Pam and David in this week's Dentistry Unmasked video to discuss foreign-trained dentists and dental students practicing as hygienists.
    Dental therapists: Are you for it or against it? with Frank Catalanotto
    This week, David and Pam sit down with Dr. Frank Catalanotto to explore the hot-button issue: Are dental therapists a threat to dentists or a solution to the access-to-care crisis...
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    This week, David and Pam sit down with Amy Morgan of Spear Education to unpack the hiring crisis. She breaks down why some practices are overstaffed while others struggle to attract...
    Holiday bonuses: Presents, parties or pay me more?
    Let's get real on all things holiday bonuses! Join this very special collaboration between Dentistry Unmasked and A Tale Of Two Hygienists.
    Dentistry has lost focus: Reinstating prevention over the big case with Dr
    Is dentistry losing its way? From implants to zirconia and flashy CE courses, the gap between marketing and reality might shock you. Dr. Gordon Christensen reveals the data behind...
    Is your marketing actually worth the spend?
    Here's a tough question: how much money must be spent monthly to grow? Is it delivering 5X ROI consistently? Pamela, David, and Nick Jasacomb of CallRail are here to give you ...
    Who is your real client, the patient or your team? with Dr
    Traditionally our "clients" have always been our patients, but is that still true in today's world? Dr. Tarun Agarwal joins this week's episode to share his insights!
    Do we trust dental schools enough to eliminate clinical boards? With Matt Shafer and Sheli Cobler
    In today's episode, Pam and David are joined by Sheli Cobler and Matt Shafer to discuss the pros and cons of dental compacts. Where do you land on the issue?
    The Dental Warranty Revolution with Max Zanan
    Max Zanan joins Drs. Pam and David to solve three of dentistry's most pressing challenges in this week's bonus episode.
    Young dentists: Do you build it, buy it, or stay an associate?
    David R. Rice, DDS
    Nov. 20, 2024
    With a half million in debt (or more), DSOs and dentists are increasingly taking to social media to complain about their professional lives. But what's a more constructive path...
    5 things we're tired of hearing from dentists with Rich Madow!
    Sick of hearing this in your dental office? We are too. On this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and David are joined by Rich Madow to discuss sayings that make them ...
    How to earn free money with Howie Rappaport
    On this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam are joined by Howie Rappaport, who is here to talk to you about how to get—yes, you heard us right—free money!
    Should you get a prenup? with Spencer Welch and Alexander Erwig
    Did you get a prenup? Should you have? And if you didn't, is it too late to protect yourself?
    Pediatric dentistry: triggers, outbursts, and behavior management
    This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam dive into the challenges of pediatric dentistry. They're joined by Dr. Anand Patel, a pediatric psychiatrist, who is here to share...
    Fear-based dentistry: What it is and how to break away
    Never fear, Dr. Rob Ritter is here! In this week's episode, David and Pam sit down with Dr. Ritter to discuss professional growth strategies and how to eliminate fear.
    A message from your lab tech (Part 2): With Sam Alawie
    This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam continue their conversation with Sam Alawie. Tune in to discover key principles of dental materials that can help you create stronger...
    A message from your lab tech: part 1: Life lessons
    This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam share the inspiring journey of Sam Alawie, a dedicated laboratory technician who immigrated to the United States and now runs one...
    Ortho secrets for the general dentist revealed with Dr
    This week, David and Pam have a captivating conversation with the one-of-a-kind Dr. Courtney Lavigne. If you want to elevate your aligner cases and view your patients through ...
    The dentist-dentist practice transaction: A viable option or a dead horse? With Dave Miller!
    In this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam explore practice transitions with expert Dave Miller. Tune in to discover little-known truths when contemplating a ...
    White spots be gone with resin infiltration with Dr
    This week, David and Pam chat with Dr. Erik-Jan Muts, the world authority on resin infiltration, to break down the critical steps for this minimally invasive, yet maximally impactful...
    Insurance plays games, but we can win with Angela Holland!
    This week, David and Pam uncover one of the biggest missteps in the insurance credentialing process—accepting the initial fee schedule from insurance companies without negotiation...
    Dentist vs hygienist: perio perspectives
    In today’s episode, David and Pam tackle one of dentistry's most pressing questions: Why do our priorities and approaches to perio treatment differ so vastly between dental and...
    5 billion dollars, do you have invisible DSOs in your town?
    In short, you sure do. The question is—are they people you need to meet? Join Chip Fichtner and get the stone cold truth on what's working, what isn't, who actually gets 10x EBITDA...
    Brush with Britt Glauz, RDH!
    Wow! That's all we have to say after sitting down with this week's guest, Britt Glauz. From clinical excellence to patient advocate, Britt has become one of Incisal Edge's 32 ...
    Restoration revelations: Why some fail and others last decades with Dr
    This week, we sat down with world-renowned prosthodontist Dr. Ken Malament for a deep dive into the world of all-ceramic restorations.
    Primed and inspired: The secret to Dr
    Want to learn how to jettison your success as a young dentist? This is your chance! From her daily quality textbook time, to the CE, to her favorite apps, strategies and the dentistry...
    Global dental fame: Massive influence in 2 years or less
    Who's your favorite dental speaker? Author? Influencer? Ever wondered how they went from chairside clinician to global leader? Join us and learn what it takes from Amanda Hill...
    Bad reviews? WWFD! Problem solving what to say with Flint Geier
    Bad reviews. Literally—how do we handle them? What do we say? Join Flint Geier for this amazing WWFD to learn about how to respond to poor reviews.
    Clinician's Choice: Unboxed & excited to try
    This week, Dentistry Unmasked equals a major unboxing with this episode's sponsor, Clinician's Choice, and we couldn't be more excited. Join us to hear about what we love and ...
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    When anyone shares it's too late to reinvent yourself, you tell them to watch you do it. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with one of dentistry's finest, Dr. Paresh Shah...
    Smile & Socialize: building your IG brand builds your practice with Sydney Schmall!
    Want to grow your practice fast? Stop worrying spending time and money on your website and start living where your patients live ... on instagram! Join Flossy girls founder, Sydnesy...
    Dentistry behind bars with Dr
    Did you know David did a stint in the pokey? He sure did, and today's guest Dr. James Younger joins David and Pam to talk about what dentistry is like in the prison setting. Is...
    Why team members and patients leave you | with Dr
    When it comes to retaining employees and patients, trust matters more than anything else. In this episode, we dive into how trust makes or breaks your practice.
    Clinical dentistry doesn't have to be stressful. Dr. Marcos Vargas and Dr. Abdi Sameni discuss how to make the best choices for your practice.
    Fifty and fabulous: Milestones, memories & more to come
    To celebrate our 50th episode, let's reminisce on highlights, important discussions, and the most memorable moments from Dentistry Unmasked!
    Zombie Nation: 40M have undiagnosed sleep apnea
    It's estimated that there are roughly 40 million undiagnosed OSA patients walking around in the US alone. WHY? Join us in this episode of Dentistry Unmasked with Dr. Erin Elliot...
    Why males manage weight better and what females can do about it | with Dr
    Like it or not, males generally have an easier time managing their weight. In today's episode, we dive into why with Dr. Uche Odiatu.
    Why some new dentists rise, and some struggle
    If you're not exactly where you want to be as a new dentist, this is the episode for you.
    Where practicality meets excellence in restorative dentistry | with Dr
    With so many options of materials to work with, sometimes it's hard to choose. Whether you're looking for high end, low cost, bulk fill, high shine, or any other factor, Dr. Bob...
    Dental insurance: How and why to drop a PPO plan | with Ben Tuinei and Jordon Comstock
    You know you have one: a PPO plan that isn't good for your practice, but you keep it out of fear. Here's how to drop plans without patients dropping you.
    I had to drive Lyft as an associate dentist | with Dr
    Join us as we sit down with a young dentist who fearlessly shares her remarkable story of navigating the transition from dental school to practice.
    Why your hygienist hates you | with Danielle Avila and Laura Bettencourt
    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 hygienists have ...
    The secret to making composites profitable | with Dr
    Join us as we uncover the secrets to achieving efficient, high-quality results that can level up your dental practice!
    How dentists can protect themselves from an attack | with retired police lt
    After two high-profile tragedies in dental offices, it's time to get real about safety. Pam and David are joined by retired Lt. Frank Borelli to discuss strategies and tips.
    The top 5 mistakes dentists make when they affiliate with a DSO | with Brannon Moncrief
    Before you take the DSO leap, are you armed with the right questions? This episode serves as your essential guide, offering invaluable insights and expert advice that could potentially...
    The devastating impact of bootleg CE on educators and clinicians
    Whether you're an educator seeking to protect your intellectual property or a dental professional looking to invest in legitimate CE, this episode is a must-listen.
    Do alcoholics ever lose their licenses? with Dr
    Join us as we uncover the risks of the potential consequences of substance abuse as we ask: Are dentists who struggle with substance abuse at risk for losing their dental licenses...
    Substance abuse in dentistry: Are you an addict? with Dr
    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 valuable insights into recognizing...
    SEO for dental practices is dead! with Abe Kasbo
    Here's the hard truth: 65% of organic traffic is bot-generated. Once you accept the state of SEO today, how do you reassess your investment?
    How the practice next door works half as hard and makes twice as much | with John Riley
    Join us and our guest, John Riley. You'll leave knowing the four phases every practice walks through, where you are right now, and how to maximize your opportunities.
    Do you really trust your reps? With Yasin Abbak
    No one likes overpaying for equipment, or ending up with equipment you'll never use. Here's how GroupUps leverages AI (and power in numbers) to help dentists get fair prices.
    @Bloodytoothguy: Epic success beyond the 'Gram | with Dr
    From brillaint OMFS to "anti DSO" builder, Dr. Jason Auerbach amazes us. This episode is a must listen for any dental pro who wants to understand the essence of true success.
    Comfortable with chaos? Build a DSO! | with Dr
    Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of dental practice ownership with our latest episode!
    Is your practice built to sell—or a house of cards? with Graig Presti
    Feb. 13, 2024
    Graig Presti joins us to talk about some common mistakes dentists make that end up ruining their plans for retirement or moving to the next project. Don't miss it!
    Unveiling the unseen: Inside the world of invisible DSOs | with Chip Fichtner
    Whether you're considering a partnership or simply curious about the evolving landscape of dental practice management, this episode promises to uncover the intricacies of IDSOs...
    Dodging DSO landmines | with Kevin Cumbus
    Getting "limited-time offers" from DSOs? Here's why you should take pause, says an M&A expert.
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    Holiday parties, CE conferences, work dinners—all good fun, right? These situations can actually create unexpected liability for practice owners. Here's how to protect yourself...
    Winter blues? As dentists we all know it doesn't have to be a special season for us to get depressed—and find destructive ways to cope.
    Your service advisors are definitely ripping you off | with Dr
    David and Pam engage in a candid conversation with Dr. Brian Baliwas to uncover the harsh reality that many dental professionals face—getting ripped off by service providers.
    How do you navigate antibiotic prophylaxis guidelines? Should you give a patient an opioid? Should doctors just write their own @#!$ scripts? Find out in this episode.
    2023 unmasked and unfiltered: The year-end rundown
    Dental design debacles and how to avoid them with Paul Vigario
    When it comes to technology, are you leading or living in the matrix?
    Boozy bites and bold wellness for the holidays with Uche Odiatu, DMD
    Dr. Uche Odiatu shares lots of health tips to take into the new year!
    Is your ADA membership worth it? with Dr
    What does the ADA actually do, and is it worth the membership fees? Does it help everyday dentists? Join us for a conversation on this tricky topic.
    Dental secrets with Dr
    Ever want a peek behind the dental curtain? Check out this episode of Dentistry Unmasked for an inside look at DentalTown, Spear Education, Pankey, and more.
    Dental hygienist: A dentist's friend or foe? with Andrew Johnston, RDH, and Misty Mattingly, RDH
    Join us for a thought-provoking and potentially blood-pressure-elevating conversation as we dive into the ongoing dilemma faced by dental practice owners.
    You pay your dental hygienist what?! with Chad DuPlantis, DDS, and Irene Iancu, RDH
    Join us for a candid conversation that delves deep into the challenges and solutions surrounding the hot-button topic of dental hygienist salaries.
    Don't miss this engaging conversation with four gatekeepers of dental knowledge.
    Dental unit waterlines: Are you rinsing your patients with hot tub water?
    Discover the hidden dangers lurking in your dental unit waterlines and how to safeguard your patients' well-being!
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    Any dentist can learn from these amazing young professionals on how to build a career you love, at any stage.
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    There can be so much more to being a dentist than working chairside 40 hours a week for 30 (or more) years. Hear from Drs. Brian Novy and Ashleigh Robinson, who made exciting ...
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    Oct. 18, 2023
    Join the lively conversation with David and Pam as they explore the art of making tough decisions, like parting ways with a team member or a patient.
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    Join us for this eye-opening episode with Dr. Brandon Walker and Dr. Alex Vasserman, where we spill the beans on when to go all-in with the rubber dam and when to explore alternative...
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    David R. Rice, DDS
    Oct. 3, 2023
    Do you remember that little piece of paper called the Hippocratic oath? We all signed it. Is it important to you? Do you think it matters to our profession? Does anything matter...
    Dental Materials
    David R. Rice, DDS
    Sept. 25, 2023
    If you like behind-the-curtain sneak previews, join us on Dentistry Unmasked as we do some serious myth busting on dental materials with Dr. Nate Lawson.
    Can one composite shade do it all?
    Why are you spending so much time on your composites—using multiple shades and multiple systems—when one of dentistry’s top AACD-accredited doctors knows a better way?
    Are DSOs getting all the best team members? Dentistry Unmasked
    With the shortage of great team members in full effect, can small private practices compete with all the benefits offered by large DSOs?
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    How do you set yourself up with the right financial partner? It's all about picking the right team.
    Dentistry Unmasked Fee For Service
    Which model is right for your practice—FFS, PPO, Medicaid, a little of everything? We crunch the numbers with industry expert Dr. Roger Levin to discuss.
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    Brian B. Nový, DDS
    Aug. 22, 2023
    Join Drs. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, David Rice, and Brian Novy in this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, as they peel back the layers of the controversial topic of fluoride.
    Composite Restorations: Is Instagram Reality?
    David R. Rice, DDS
    Aug. 15, 2023
    We asked one of dentistry’s finest clinicians, Dr. Peter Auster, to walk us through how much we can really trust. His insights... well, let’s just say they might surprise you!...
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    How do you know who to listen to when your accountant and financial planner make recommendations that oppose each other? Caroline Galbraith and Trent Watrous join us and share...
    Dental influencers
    What makes influencers influence, and how do they do it so successfully? Learn how these Four dentists are making a big difference in the lives of their peers.
    Anterior composite artistry: Simplified vs. layered
    In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, we talk with Dr. Peter Auster, who shares his perspective, opinion, and expert tips on how to achieve AACD-level direct restorations.
    Is a DSO your best first job?
    New dentists have so many options when it comes to first jobs. In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, we talk DSO stereotypes, finding a mentor, and what to know before signing...
    Own or be owned
    July 4, 2023
    Drs. Pamela Maragliano Muniz and David Rice chat with special guests Trent Watrous and Brian Hanks to decipher the pros and cons of owning a practice vs. being an associate.