Mark Murphy is the Lead Faculty for Clinical Education at ProSomnus Sleep Technologies, Principal of Funktional Consulting, serves on the Guest Faculty at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and is a Regular Presenter on Business Development, Practice Management and Leadership at The Pankey Institute.
He has served on the Boards of Directors of The Pankey Institute, National Association of Dental Laboratories, the Identalloy Council, the Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology, St. Vincent DePaul's Dental Center and the Dental Advisor.
He lectures internationally on Leadership, Practice Management, Communication, Case Acceptance, Planning, Occlusion, Sleep and TMD. He has a knack for presenting pertinent information in an entertaining manner.
Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep-Disordered Breathing
By: Mark T. Murphy, DDS This article originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Murphy granted permission for igniteDDS to…
Early Intervention in Pediatric Dentistry for Better Sleep and Growth
By: Mark T. Murphy, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Murphy granted permission for igniteDDS to…
2 Ways to Increase Dental Case Acceptance
By: Mark Murphy DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Murphy granted permission for igniteDDS to share…
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…