Dr. Ronnetta Sartor is a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.
She has advanced education and expertise in state-of-the-art dental techniques and procedures.
After graduating from the University of South Carolina Upstate, Dr. Ronnetta Sartor followed her studies at the Medical University of South Carolina.
She then completed a General Practice Residency at Prisma Health Richland in Columbia, SC. She practiced at a group practice for a few years before starting a solo practice in Lugoff, South Carolina.
The Transition to Dental Practice Ownership
By: Ronetta Sartor There are a lot of options to pursue in a career after dental school,…
Keeping Gingival Crevice Healthy
By: Pankey GramTopic Originally appeared on PankeyGram.org Gingival crevice is the space between the marginal gingiva and the tooth surface. Keeping it healthy, means knowing effective tooth preparation techniques that don’t block the passage of gingival crevice fluid with restoration materials. Many soft tissue inflammation, like gingivitis and periodontitis can occur as a result of…
The Practice Profitability Playbook: Part 3
Part 3: Clinical Control — Diagnose with Confidence, Present with Clarity By: Dawn Patrick, Business Strategy Coach, IgniteDDS Even the most profitable practice can struggle if patients don’t accept treatment consistently. Clinical Control ensures that your team delivers excellent care and communicates it effectively, so patients understand the value and say yes to recommended treatment….
How to Stay Sane During December’s Patient Rush: A Dentist’s Guide to Balance
By: Dr. Sable Muntean December is a special kind of chaos for dental professionals. It’s the perfect storm: patients trying to use the last of their insurance benefits, parents squeezing in appointments before school break, and an endless stream of “Can you fit me in before the holidays?” messages. The pressure hits fast, and hard….
Smart Tax Moves to Make Before Year-End
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the calendar winds down, now is the time to take proactive steps that can lower your 2025 tax bill and set you up for success in 2026. Here are a few key strategies to consider before December 31: Maximize Retirement Contributions Boost your savings and reduce taxable income by contributing…
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 with our readers. When a patient requires a root canal treatment through an existing dental crown, how do you approach the conversation? Setting clear, realistic patient expectations is essential to maintaining trust and satisfaction. Here’s how I address…
From Clinician to CEO: Part 3
Financial Control: Profit With Purpose By: Dr. David Rice Most dentists don’t hate numbers … they just hate not knowing what they mean … and that sadly translates into pretending they don’t exist. If you want to know how to lead your practice … and life by the numbers … keep reading because it turns out…
Endo Made Simple Part 2: Shaping, Cleaning, & Irrigation
By: Michael Eid Missed Endo Made Simple Part 1? Check it out first here. Once the canals are open and a size 10 can glide, you’re ready to start shaping. This phase is all about control, patency, and avoiding iatrogenic trauma. Step 1: Confirm Working Length 🦷 High-Yield Tip: WL mistakes snowball into overfills, underfills,…
The Art of Saying “No” Without Guilt During the Busiest Time of Year
By: Dr. Sable Muntean The holiday season can feel like a perfect storm for dental professionals. Schedules are packed, patients are trying to use up benefits, team members need time off, and family obligations stack up faster than you can keep track. Every request feels urgent. Every “yes” seems like the right thing to do….
Credentialing Isn’t Paperwork, It’s Strategy
Start-ups & Acquisitions in 2026, this is a must read! By: Angela Holland, Founder of Preferred Dental SolutionsInsurance Expert and Strategy Consultant for Dental PracticesPreferredDentalSolutions.com Too often, dental credentialing is treated as a checklist task, paperwork to be processed, boxes to be ticked, and forms to be faxed. But let’s be honest: credentialing is the…
Engaging Treatment Presentations that Influence Case Acceptance in Dentistry
By: Gary M. DeWood, DDS, MS This topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. DeWood granted igniteDDS permission to share with our readers. You’ve carefully diagnosed a patient’s oral health needs and crafted the perfect treatment plan. The patient seemed interested and engaged; they seemed to be asking for the treatment. But when you present it, their eyes…