Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Dr. Maragliano-Muniz was a dental hygienist before earning her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and her certificate in Advanced Prosthodontics from UCLA School of Dentistry.

She is a board-certified prosthodontist, the Chief Editor for Dental Economics, co-host of the podcast Dentistry Unmasked, Chief Development Officer for Cellerant Consulting Group and maintains a private practice in Salem, MA.

She lectures internationally and is extensively published. Her passion for prevention has stayed with her throughout her career and in 2010, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz was awarded the 2010 Adult Preventive Care Practice of the Year by the American Dental Association.

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Building a Strong Dental Team: Lessons from Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Today, we have…

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Unmasking the Middle of Dentistry: Advice from Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH We had the…

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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…

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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…

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The Importance of Making Time for Time Off from Work

By Louis Kaufman DDS, FAGD, MBA | June 10, 2025

By: Dr. Kaufman One of the most important lessons I can share with my colleagues is taking time off from the hustle and bustle of modern life. While this might seem like an indulgence it is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Rest serves as a catalyst for increased productivity. Dentistry is mentally and…

Class II Preparation and Restoration: High-Yield Guide for D1 Students 

By Michael Eid | June 9, 2025

By: Michael Eid Class II preparation and restoration are where things get real. You’re now dealing with proximal surfaces, tight contacts, and matrix systems. This guide simplifies it all for you. What Is a Class II Cavity?  Location: Proximal surfaces (mesial/distal) of posterior teeth  Class II Preparation Steps  Occlusal Portion  Proximal Box  Matrix & Wedge Tips …

Breathing and Airway Support in Pediatric Dentistry

By Steve Carstensen, DDS | June 9, 2025

By: Steve Carstensen DDSThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Carstensen granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. I want to share a clear example of how bad sleep directly affects the anatomical structures dentists pay a lot of attention to—the mandibular condyles.   Sleep Disruption Disrupts Jaw Bone Regeneration  We’ve all seen on X-rays…

First Practice? Get Savings, Support for a ‘Smart Start’

By David Rice | June 9, 2025

By: A-decTopic originally appeared on DentalProductShopper.com, they granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. A-dec program offers equipment savings, expert guidance, and complimentary services to ensurefirst-time practice owners get off to a smooth start Struggling with a lengthy wish list of equipment for your first practice? For many dentists, it’s an experience that likely…

Stop the Revolving Door: Rethink Your Onboarding Strategy 

By Dawn Patrick | June 2, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS  In a busy dental practice, it’s easy to assume a new hire will “figure things out” after a few shadowing shifts. But that’s a fast track to burnout—for the new team member and for the team trying to train them on the fly. Onboarding…

Relationship-Based Dental Practices: Avoiding Judgmental Stories About Patients

By Michael Rogers, DDS | June 2, 2025

By: Michael Rogers, DDSThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Rogers granted ignitedds permission to share with our readers. Near my dental office, there’s a small strip center that includes a realty group and a small church that creates a significant daily line of cars that go through a drive-through window. Cars line up waiting…

Understanding Dental Insurance Third-Party Administrators: How They Benefit and Hinder Your Practice

By Angela Holland | June 2, 2025

By: Angela Holland Dental insurance third-party administrators (TPAs) play a significant role in managing insurance claims and processing reimbursements between dental practices and insurance companies. TPAs are third-party entities hired by insurance companies, employers, or health plans to manage dental insurance plans and the claims process. Their goal is to streamline the administrative side of…

Class I Preparation and Restoration: High-Yield Guide for D1 Students

By Michael Eid | May 28, 2025

By: Michael Eid As a D1 student, learning the fundamentals of cavity preparations in sim lab is your first step toward clinical success. This guide will help you bridge the gap between lab exercises and real patient care by teaching you how to think clinically from day one. You’ll gain insights on handpiece control, bur…

Sometimes the Best Treatment is None At All 

By Savanah Craig | May 28, 2025

By: Dr. Savanah Craig One of the biggest contributors to burnout in dentists, in my opinion, comes from decision fatigue. Constantly we are faced with our patients’ problems that we did not create and are expected to find a solution to this problem. We must evaluate the problem, excavate possible causes for this issue, determine…

Authenticity in Dentistry: Embracing Personal Integrity for Professional Growth

By Dr. Paul Henny, DDS | May 27, 2025

By: Paul A. Henny, DDSThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Henny granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Clinical efficiency and business systems often take the spotlight. But during all that, it’s easy to overlook something fundamental: your individuality. I love this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson “Nothing is at last sacred…