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Bruce Bryen, CPA/CVA
Dental Practice Valuation Analyst, Baratz & Associates, PA
Reducing the Tax Burden When Selling a Dental Practice
An innovative approach to reducing the tax burden for the buyer and seller when a dental practice…
Choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One
Here are the top things to keep in mind after choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice &…
Starting a Dental Practice vs Buying an Existing Practice
By: Bruce Bryen Considering starting a dental practice vs buying an existing practice? Whoever said that it…
Dental Partnerships: The Good and The Bad!
By: Bruce Bryen Now the potential for more income, exposure to the community, and the recognition deserved…
Knowledge of Operating a Dental Practice: Job Options Abound
By: Bruce Bryen Dental school is over as is the training as an associate dentist working for…
Moving On To Another Dental Practice
By: Bruce Bryen After getting out of dental school and going to work as an associate at…
New Dental Practice Owner? What Responsibilities Come Next?
By: Bruce Bryen The dental practice purchase that you recently made was like a dream come true….
Choosing the Best Business Structure for a Dental Practice
By: Bruce Bryen The young dentist has gotten the training and skill sets that he or she…
Acquiring a Dental Practice
By: Bruce Bryen When does the associate know that it’s the right time to acquire an operating…
Choices for the Associate Dentist with Job Opportunities
By: Bruce Bryen In today’s world of dentistry, there are so many more choices for the associate…
Embracing Clinical Mistakes, Excellence, and Growth in the Dental World with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz
Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, a board-certified prosthodontist with a dental practice located in Salem, Massachusetts Dr. Maragliano-Muniz shares her journey from dental hygiene to prosthodontics and discusses the clinical mistakes she has made and how…
Help! My Dental Assistant Talks Too Much
Talking too much can inadvertently cause discomfort to some patients and the schedule.Embrace the challenge of becoming a better listener. By: Ronda Holman Hi dear reader, my name is Ronda Holman and I have been sitting across from a dentist for a living for the last 25 years. I thought it might be time to…
Why Staying An Associate Is A Big Financial Loss
In the realm of personal finance, understanding the nuances of take-home pay is crucial for individuals striving to maximize their earnings, manage their financial well-being, and avoid a big financial loss. By: Dr. David Rice This article delves into the significant differences between the take-home pay of a W-2 employed dental associate earning $200,000 annually…
So You’ve Been Waitlisted, Now What?
“The reality is, that not everyone will get into dental school, some will be waitlisted,but that doesn’t mean it will NEVER happen.” By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Hi friends! I’m Dr. Bri Torgerson and I’m a General Dentist living and practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. I’ve had a pretty unique journey into, through, and after graduating dental…
Splint Therapy: Time Is On Our Side
By: Will Kelly DMDArticle Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org My experience with splint therapy was like most dentists prior to developing the skills taught at Pankey. In fact, my appliance was not really therapy at all. Perhaps just a shot in the dark “helmet” that protected teeth against collisions with very little intention. Throughout the years…
5 Red Flags that Prevent New Dentists from Getting their First Practice Loan
Navigating Your Path to Practice: Most Common Red Flags that Prevent New Dentists from Getting their First Practice Loan By: Dr. David Rice You woke up today, and you’ve decided you’re finally ready to trade your associate handpiece for your owner handpiece! The key now is to make sure you’re the strongest borrower you can…
A Dentist’s Insight into Oil Pulling and Contemporary Dentistry
Navigating the Buzz: A Dentist’s Take on Contemporary Dentistry & Oil Pulling By: Dr. David Rice It’s not uncommon for us to encounter TikTok trends that capture public attention. Lately, one such topic that has resurfaced and re-sparked interest is oil pulling—an ancient tradition with wild claims of modern-day oral health benefits. As professionals dedicated…
Adult Growth of the Dental Arch
A comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between all of these changesin the dental arch is essential to restorative dentistry. By: Dr. Roger Solow DDSArticle Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org Successful restorative dentistry now hinges on an understanding that physiological changes occur over a lifetime. It’s detrimental to treat the dynamic relationship between dental occlusion and…
Transforming Financial Challenges into Triumphs: Lessons from Dr. Maragliano-Muniz’s Journey
Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, who shared a personal financial mistake she made and how it shaped her approach to dentistry. Dr. Maragliano-Muniz’s story serves as a valuable lesson for all dental professionals, highlighting the importance…
First Day of Private Practice
By: Savannah Craig The night before my first day of private practice felt a lot like the first day of school. I laid out my new scrubs, packed my lunch box, and double-checked my alarm was set ten times before I finally went to sleep. Of course, I woke up before my alarm with those…









