Dr. Hannah Crowell is a graduate of The Ohio State Dental School and is practicing as a general dentist in Houston, Texas.
She happily lives there with her husband (also a general dentist), their three young children, and their pup.
She is kept busy with her work and family, but enjoys hanging out with family and friends, road trips (with many necessary pit stops due to feisty toddlers), and exploring new cities and the great outdoors whenever she gets the opportunity!
Ready or Not: How to Know When It’s Time to Buy a Dental Practice
By: Dr. Hannah Crowell Buying a dental practice is a significant milestone in your career as a…
Navigating Dental Practice Ownership: Rural vs. Urban Opportunities
By: Dr. Hannah Crowell Are you a dental professional considering taking the leap into practice ownership? One…
Buying a Dental Practice vs. Investing in a Start-Up
Weighing the Costs of Something Borrowed vs. Something New By: Dr. Hannah Crowell Deciding to embark on…
Boost Your Credit & Build a Savings Cushion Before Practice Ownership
Tips to Build Credit & Savings for a Thriving Future of Dental Practice Ownership By: Dr. Hannah…
Don’t Let The “What Ifs” Deter You From Success In Your Dental Career
By: Hannah Crowell Why is it so hard to commit to or even consider buying a dental…
High Employee Turnover? What’s Going Wrong?
By: Hannah Crowell A dental office may experience high employee turnover for various reasons, which can negatively…
Why This Young Dentist Went With a DSO
By: Hannah Crowell Dental students are not encouraged to pursue a career with a DSO (dental support…
3 Things Dentists Should Stop Saying
By: Dr. Savanah Craig The language we choose to use is incredibly important. Unfortunately, if your dental school was anything like mine, you spend years learning all the technical parts of treatment planning and diagnosis but were never taught how to properly share that information with your patients. Unless we are fortunate enough to have…
Dentist Education: How Do I Predictably Prep Second Molars?
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyArticle originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. When delivering a single crown, probably the toughest tooth we can prep for is the second molar. Things to be Aware of When Prepping Second Molars 1. Limited Opening One, usually, there’s…
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Financial Advisor
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As we head into summer, we are finding many dentists “finally” prioritizing the business generated by their own two hands. Whether you’re planning for retirement, baffled by student loans, saving for your children’s education, or investing for long-term growth, finding the right financial planner can make a significant difference in your…
Help…My Dental Assistant is Messy!
By: Ronda Holman In a bustling dental clinic in a small town, a young dental assistant named Lisa had just joined the team. Eager to learn and help, Lisa had one glaring flaw—she was an incredibly messy dental assistant. She didn’t organize the instruments properly, neglected sterilization throughout the day, and left rooms in disarray…
Post-Orthodontic Questions for Retainers
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers As the orthodontic treatment comes to an end, patients can’t wait to remove their braces or Invisalign. Tired of keeping braces and the intricacies of caring for teeth that come with them, they tend to…
The Intersection of Dental Passion & Entrepreneurship: A Deep Dive into the World of Restorative Dental Hygiene with Irene Iancu RRDH
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Irene Iancu RRDHEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH In an enlightening episode of Dental Fuel, Tanya Sue Maestas engages with Irene Iancu, RRDH, a trailblazer in the field of restorative dental hygiene. Based in Toronto, Canada, Iancu’s journey from a passionate dental hygienist to the entrepreneurial owner of her own dental…
The Importance of Coaching with Dr. William Chen
We chatted with Dr. William Chen, who shared his expertise and insights onmistakes, challenges, and the importance of coaching in the dental profession. Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. William ChenEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Trust but Verify: The Power of Coaching in Dentistry Dr. Chen emphasizes the need to trust but verify and highlights…
Predictable Veneers: The Art of Shrink Wrap Provisionals
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Of all the methods commonly used for veneer provisionalization, my favorite has to be the shrink wrap technique. I love it and use it all the time because in my opinion, it is the easiest…
Building a Successful Dental Team: Insights from Dr. William Chen
Today, Dr. William Chen, a seasoned dentist and entrepreneur, shares his insights and experiences in scaling his dental practice and building a successful dental team. Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. William ChenEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Let’s explore the challenges of building a successful dental practice and the mistakes that can occur along the…
Financial Mistakes Dentists Should Avoid: Insights from Dr. William Chen
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. William ChenEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Today, we continue our conversation with Dr. William Chen, exploring the realm of digital dentistry and discussing a significant financial mistake he made in his career. Dr. Chen shares valuable insights and advice for dentists, shedding light on avoiding financial pitfalls. Let’s dive…