Savanah Craig

Savanah Craig

Savanah Craig obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University before pursuing a one-year General Practice Residency in Columbia, SC.

Dr. Craig is passionate about patient education and utilizes her advanced training to provide excellent care for her patients as a general dentist practicing in Columbus, OH.

In her free time, Dr. Craig enjoys reading, exploring new restaurants, and traveling with her husband, Adam.

best treatment is none at all

Sometimes the Best Treatment is None At All 

By: Dr. Savanah Craig One of the biggest contributors to burnout in dentists, in my opinion, comes…

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Patient Care in the Age of 2 Day Shipping and Social Media 

Patient Care in the Age of 2 Day Shipping and Social Media 

By: Dr. Savanah Craig We live in a world of instant gratification. Social Media shows us before…

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principals of mise-en-place

The Principles of “mise-en-place” for the Dental Office

By: Dr. Savanah Craig I have become inspired by the book “Work Clean” by Dan Charnas. The…

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together we rise

Together We Rise 

By: Dr. Savanah Craig “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go…

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self-determined future

Self-Determined Future

By: Dr. Savanah Craig Most of us had a very specific plan to get us where we…

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delayed gratification and finances

Delayed Gratification and Finances 

By: Dr. Savanah Craig Finances have always felt like a hot topic from the time I got…

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dentist talking to a patient who has dental phobia and anxiety

Dental Phobia & Anxiety: Helping Patients Overcome

By: Dr. Savanah Craig A phobia is defined as an intense, irrational, and persistent fear of a…

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hospital dentistry

Hospital Dentistry

By: Dr. Savanah Craig During my residency training, I learned about a new aspect of dentistry that…

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challenging communication in difficult situations

Challenges & Benefits of Working in Healthcare

By: Dr. Savanah Craig Working in healthcare is challenging for many reasons. I would bet that most…

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new dentist that is transitioning from dental school to clinical practice working on a new patient

Transitioning from Dental School to Clinical Practice

By: Dr. Savanah Craig After spending 4 years of my life in an academic environment surrounded by…

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Financial Mistakes Dentists Should Avoid: Insights from Dr. William Chen

By Dr. William E. Chen, DMD | May 13, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. William ChenEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Today, we continue our conversation with Dr. William Chen, exploring the realm of digital dentistry and discussing a significant financial mistake he made in his career. Dr. Chen shares valuable insights and advice for dentists, shedding light on avoiding financial pitfalls. Let’s dive…

Cracking the Case: Understanding Broken Provisionals

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | May 10, 2024

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Provisionals play a pivotal role, not just in helping the patient adjust through to their final restorations, but they are helpful to us also – to fix our mistakes while we still can.  Even though…

I wish I’d done this a long time ago!

By | May 8, 2024

“You will get unprecedented amounts of individual attention from Doctor Rice and Dawn. My consults have instantly improved and so have my numbers!

You should definitely do the 90-day Jumpstart program!”

Dr. Luke Shapiro
Dentist
 
 
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Mentor and practice coach!

By | May 8, 2024

“Dr. Rice has been my personal mentor and coach since I was in dental school. He was instrumental in me purchasing my current practice. Once I owned the practice, he has been a wealth of knowledge in creating systems to help my practice run at peak efficiency. I highly recommend him as a mentor and practice coach.”

James Wanamaker
Dentist, Smiles of Skaneateles
www.smilesofskaneateles.com

Patient Acquisition Mindset: Common Issues

By Abe Kasbo | May 8, 2024

By: Abe Kasbo The term “Patient Acquisition” doesn’t resonate well with patients; it’s not what they seek or need. Patients aren’t commodities or assets to be obtained. They are people, and dental offices are not Wall Street trading terminals. We shouldn’t view them as mere acquisition targets because that diminishes the entire patient experience, and…

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

By Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz | May 6, 2024

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, who shares her experiences and insights on building a successful dental team. In this episode about teams, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz emphasizes the importance of finding team members who are skilled and…

Setting Realistic Expectations: Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day

By Savanah Craig | May 6, 2024

By: Dr. Savanah Craig Managing the expectations of others is a challenge in any aspect of life but is particularly challenging in dentistry. In the age of social media and Photoshop, it is easy to lose sight of what is real and what is edited. Two-day shipping and door-to-door delivery has intensified our need for…

How Airway Problems Can Wreak Havoc on Teeth, Jaw, and Wellbeing

By Dr. DeWitt Wilkerson, DMD | May 3, 2024

By: DeWitt Wilkerson, DMDThe article originally appeared on The Dawson Academy  Have you ever wondered why some people’s teeth are perfectly straight while others are crowded or misaligned? Or why you might be waking up with a sore jaw and headaches despite wearing a night guard? Could your acid reflux be the reason for your…

Creating Well-Defined Specific Goals for Your Future

By Todd Doobrow, CFP | May 1, 2024

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP When we ask clients what they want for their futures, very few have a clear picture.  Often using words like “hope” and “more” to describe their actions, there is no clear end game in sight. Few have specific goals and even fewer are on paths to help them get there. Whether…

The Power of Partnership: Building a Successful Dental Practice (Insights from Dr. Jennifer Bell)

By Dr. Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, FICD | April 29, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Jennifer BellEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Dr. Jennifer Bell shares her expert advice on finding the right fit for your dental practice and the power of partnership. The Importance of Practicing in Community Dr. Bell’s journey in dentistry took an unconventional turn when she chose to partner with a…