Dr. Hannah Crowell

Dr. Hannah Crowell

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!

dentist assessing his finances, and skills to decide if he is ready to buy his own dental practice

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…

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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…

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buying a dental practice vs investing in a start up

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…

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tips to boost your credit and your savings before dental practice ownership

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…

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what ifs when thinking about your dental career

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…

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reasons for high employee turnover

High Employee Turnover? What’s Going Wrong? 

By: Hannah Crowell A dental office may experience high employee turnover for various reasons, which can negatively…

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working with a DSO

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…

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Splint Therapy: Time Is On Our Side

By Dr. Will Kelly | December 15, 2023

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

By David Rice | December 13, 2023

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

By David Rice | December 11, 2023

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

By Dr. Roger Solow, DDS | December 8, 2023

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

By Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz | December 6, 2023

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 Savanah Craig | December 4, 2023

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…

Do Patients Parafunction In Centric Relation?

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | December 1, 2023

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDArticle Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org Seated Condylar Position I know even the mention of the words centric relation probably has some readers bristling, as this is a much argued-over topic. With that said the research by Lundeen and Gibbs at the University of Florida shows that we do seat our condyles…

Swishing to Wellness: Oil Pulling for Oral Radiance

By David Rice | November 29, 2023

By: Dr. David Rice In the quest for natural and holistic oral care, you might have come across the ancient practice of oil pulling. This age-old technique, rooted in Ayurvedic traditions, involves swishing oil in the mouth for several minutes – as you’ll see below – several being an understatement. Let’s delve into the details,…

Navigating Dental Excellence with Jonathan Miller

By Tanya Sue Maestas, DDS | November 27, 2023

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Jonathan MillerEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Welcome back to Dental Fuel, where we unlock the keys to dental success. In this episode, we explore pivotal concepts that will reshape your dental journey. Discover the art of effective delegation, empowering your team for unparalleled efficiency, and the transformative impact…

My Favorite Occlusal Deprogrammers

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | November 24, 2023

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org Deprogramming of the lateral pterygoid muscle is generally done by placing something in the anterior that eliminates posterior occlusal contact. I have two “go-to” deprogrammers. One is a leaf gauge or what is often referred to as a Lucia jig, and the other is a little device…