Dentistry Unmasked

Dentistry behind bars with Dr. James Younger!

July 9, 2024

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 it for you? Don't make us shiv you, download and listen to this episode now!

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD,

David R. Rice, DDS

In this episode, Pam and David discuss the experiences and challenges of providing dental care in the prison system. They're joined by Dr. James Younger, who shares his insights and stories from his work in this admittedly unorthodox sector of the dental industry. Is this type of work environment suitable for you?

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About the Author

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD | Chief Editor

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Maragliano-Muniz owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics. You may contact her at [email protected].

About the Author

David R. Rice, DDS | Chief Editor of DentistryIQ and Founder of igniteDDS

As seen on The Doctors, David R. Rice, DDS, chief editor of DentistryIQ and founder of igniteDDS, the nation’s largest new dentist and student community, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today’s top young dentists with tomorrow’s most successful dental practices. He leads a team-centered, restorative and implant practice in East Amherst, New York. With 28 years of practice in the books, he’s trained at the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, Spear Education, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks.

Updated February 7, 2024