Dr. Lee Ann Brady

Dr. Lee Ann Brady

Dr. Lee Ann Brady lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her husband Kelly and three children Sarah, Jenna and Kyle. She owns Desert Sun Smiles Dental Care, a private restorative practice in Glendale, Arizona. Outside of her private practice, Dr. Brady is the Director of Education for The Pankey Institute, recognized for hands-on education programs focused on occlusion and restorative dentistry. She is the founder and lead curator of Restorative Nation, a supportive learning community for dentists.

fluoride varnish

Fluoride Varnish: A Valuable Tool for Caries Prevention

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to…

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Preventing Tooth Wear and Color Loss When Adjusting Zirconia

Preventing Tooth Wear and Color Loss When Adjusting Zirconia

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to…

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carries risk management

The Importance of Caries Risk Assessment and Management

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis article originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share…

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Mastering Time Management in Dental Hygiene Care

Mastering Time Management in Dental Hygiene Care

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share…

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evaluating crown integrity

Evaluating Crown Integrity After Endodontic Access Preparation

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted igniteDDS permission to share…

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Detecting and Managing Pressure Root Resorption Early

Detecting and Managing Pressure Root Resorption Early

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted igniteDDS permission to share…

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Correcting Patients F And V Sounds

Correcting Patients’ F & V Sounds During Restorative Dental Treatment

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted igniteDDS permission to share with our…

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correcting patients' S sound during restorative dental treatment

Correcting Patients’ S Sound During Restorative Dental Treatment

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to…

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Ergonomic Loupes

Ergonomic Loupes: Improve Vision and Extend Your Dental Career 

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to…

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Chairside Air Abrasion

Chairside Air Abrasion: A Game-Changer in Modern Adhesive Dentistry

By: Dr. Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org, Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS…

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Know Your Patients: One of the Keys to Successful Treatment

By Dr. Mike Crete, DDS | July 19, 2024

By: Mike Crete DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Crete granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Have you ever found yourself explaining a treatment plan to a patient, only to be met with a blank stare and silence for a minute? It’s a common scenario indicating that while the patient…

Redefining Success: Insights from Dental Professionals on Career Fulfillment

By Savanah Craig | July 17, 2024

In a world where the definition of success is often blurred by societal expectations and personal aspirations, two rising dental professionals engage in a candid conversation that demystifies the concept of success. Dr. Craig and Dr. Sartor delve into what it means to achieve success in both personal and professional spheres, particularly in the field…

Innovative Dental Technology Increases Efficiency & Production

By Michael T. Kelly, DMD | July 15, 2024

By: Michael T. Kelly, DMDThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Kelly granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Michael T. Kelly, DMD of Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale is committed to dental excellence and strives to teach others about advancing dental techniques. He and his team successfully utilize innovative dental technology to…

TMJ 101: The Best TMD Treatment Options For Dentists

By Dr. Leonard Hess, DDS | July 12, 2024

By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, commonly referred to as TMD, are a set of conditions affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. With an estimated prevalence of 5-12% in the general population,…

Navigating Patient Expectations: Insights for Early-Career Dentists

By Savanah Craig | July 10, 2024

Dentistry isn’t just about the technical handling of teeth; it involves the complex task of navigating patient expectations, often overshadowed by immediate clinical challenges. The journey of newly graduated dentists Dr. Savanah Craig and Dr. Ronnetta Sartor offers a lens into the intricate balancing act of managing patient desires and maintaining professional integrity. This article…

Breaking Barriers to Care: Innovation in Special Needs Dentistry

By Dr. Laura B. Holena, DDS | July 8, 2024

By: Laura B. Holena, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Holena granted permission for this content to be shared with igniteDDS readers. There is a crisis in special needs dental care, with patients in some cases waiting years and often having to travel long distances to see a dentist who can accommodate them. For…

Interdental Papilla: Esthetic Considerations 

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | July 5, 2024

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Interdental papilla is the part of the gingiva that fills the space between teeth. It has a triangular shape in the anterior region and a concave col in the posterior region of the tooth, which…

DMG DentaMile Desk MC System

By David Rice | July 3, 2024

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Referrals: What Dentists Wish Patients Knew

By Savanah Craig | July 1, 2024

By: Dr. Savanah Craig In the age of Amazon Prime and grocery pick-up, convenience is becoming a higher priority for patients. Our society prizes one-stop shopping above all else and general dentists are working hard to fit this model. More and more dentist are becoming “Super GPS” and taking courses to add more advanced procedures…

Handling Patient’s Denials in Your Practice

By Mary Osborne RDH | June 28, 2024

By: Mary Osborne, RDHThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. IGNITEDDS was permitted to share it with our readers. Helping patients move past denial over their dental health is no easy feat. In your dental practice, you have likely encountered this situation many times.    Resolving denials within a dental practice requires a delicate balance of empathy, patience,…